Skillet Chicken And Mozzarella Bake Recipe

Name: Skillet Chicken And Mozzarella Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs); 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted; 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided; 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 cup chopped tomato; 3/4 cup lower-sodium marinara sauce (such as Dell'Amore); 1/4 cup unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, divided; 2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into small pieces (about 1/2 cup)

Servings: persons

1/3 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 cup chopped tomato
3/4 cup lower-sodium marinara sauce (such as Dell'Amore)
1/4 cup unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, divided
2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into small pieces (about 1/2 cup)

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Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add panko; saute 3 minutes. Combine panko, Parmesan cheese, and butter in a small bowl.
3
Heat pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon oil to pan; swirl to coat. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add chicken to pan; cook 5 minutes. Turn and cook 2 minutes. Remove chicken from pan. Add remaining 2 teaspoons oil to pan; swirl. Add onion and garlic to pan; saute 2 minutes. Add remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, tomato, marinara sauce, stock, and 2 teaspoons oregano to pan. Return chicken to pan; bring to a boil. Sprinkle panko mixture and mozzarella over top. Place pan in oven. Bake at 400u00b0 for 10 minutes or until chicken is done. Top with remaining 1 teaspoon oregano.

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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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted, 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Skillet Chicken And Mozzarella Bake falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Skillet Chicken And Mozzarella Bake

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Variations & substitutions

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