Baked Mozzarella and Tomato Chicken with Basil Drizzle

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar glaze

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare the Aromatics
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes or until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

3. Create the Sauce
Pour 1 cup of chicken broth and 1 can of diced tomatoes into the skillet. Stir gently to combine the ingredients. Let it simmer for around 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

4. Enrich with Cream
Slowly add 1/3 cup of heavy cream to the sauce, stirring continuously. Allow it to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.

5. Top with Cheese
Evenly distribute the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce. Ensure full coverage for a deliciously cheesy finish.

6. Bake the Dish
Transfer the skillet into the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the mozzarella is golden and bubbly.

7. Garnish with Basil and Drizzle
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the top, followed by a drizzle of balsamic vinegar glaze for added flavor and aesthetics.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT30M
30 minutes
- Cooling Time: PT5M
5 minutes

Total Time

- PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

- Lunch

Keywords

- Mozzarella Chicken Bake
- Tomato Basil Chicken
- Oven-Baked Chicken
- Creamy Chicken Recipe
- Easy Lunch Recipe
- Balsamic Glaze Chicken
- Skillet Chicken Dish
- Gourmet Chicken Recipe
- Cheese and Tomato Bake
- Fresh Basil Cooking

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 1520 calories total

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