Mozzarella Chicken Skillet
@gimme.delicious 30 minute Mozzarella Chicken is an insanely delicious cheesy weeknight dinner recipe that’s also high protein and low-carb/keto-friendly at just 4g net carbs per serving! Click link in bio for full recipe tips + macros or visit gimmedelicious.com Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion finely chopped 3-4 garlic cloves minced or grated 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes or your favorite marinara 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ½ teaspoon EACH garlic powder, crushed red pepper, salt, pepper 4 small-medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts 8 oz fresh or shredded mozzarella fresh basil to garnish Instructions Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy-duty (oven-safe) skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes or until softened and the edges are slightly golden. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds then add the crushed tomatoes and spices. Sauté for 2 minutes. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken breasts over and top with fresh mozzarella slices (or shredded mozzarella) and bake another 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165ºF. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately. Notes Serving suggestions: serve with pasta, rice, side of veggies, or your favorite side. #gimmedelicious #keto #lowcarb #recipes #lowcarbrecipes #healthyeats #cooking #dinnerideas
♬ Che La Luna - Louis Prima
This Mozzarella Chicken Skillet is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are seared and simmered in a rich tomato sauce, then topped with melted mozzarella cheese and fresh basil. It’s a satisfying, low-carb meal that comes together in just 30 minutes.
🧀 Ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- 15 oz can crushed tomatoes or your favorite marinara sauce
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (opt.)
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 small to medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fresh or shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). - Sauté Aromatics:
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and slightly golden. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant. - Prepare the Sauce:
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir in the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. - Cook the Chicken:
Nestle the chicken breasts into the sauce in the skillet. Cook for 1–2 minutes on each side to sear the chicken slightly. - Bake:
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). - Add Mozzarella:
Remove the skillet from the oven and top each chicken breast with the mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. - Garnish and Serve:
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve hot.
🍽 Serving Suggestions:
- Pair with steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete low-carb meal.
- Serve over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice to keep it keto-friendly.
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