Crispy Italian Chicken Topped With Mozzarella

Name: Crispy Italian Chicken Topped With Mozzarella
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 egg; 1 cup panko bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed; 1 pound chicken tenders; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 15 cherry tomatoes, halved; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 10 fresh basil leaves; 1 small onion, chopped; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 4 slices of fresh mozzarella cheese, or as needed - cut in half

Servings: persons

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 egg
1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
1 pound chicken tenders
2 tablespoons olive oil
15 cherry tomatoes, halved
4 cloves garlic, chopped
10 fresh basil leaves
1 small onion, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 slices of fresh mozzarella cheese, or as needed - cut in half

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Whisk together the flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, beat the egg. Place the panko crumbs into a third bowl.
3
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each chicken tender into the seasoned flour, then into the egg; roll in panko crumbs. Pan fry the chicken tenders until golden brown on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken pieces to a baking sheet.
4
Heat 2 more tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and stir in the tomatoes, garlic, basil, onion, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Reduce heat and simmer the tomato sauce until it starts to thicken, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of sauce over each chicken piece; top with a half piece of mozzarella cheese.
5
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 8 to 10 minutes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Crispy Italian Chicken Topped With Mozzarella falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!