Cheesy Caprese Chicken Bake

🕒 30 Mins | 🌾Gluten-Free| 🍚Low-Carb

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Hello Quick Meals
November 11, 2023

Cheesy Caprese Chicken Bake

Experience culinary perfection with our Baked Chicken — a delectable blend of tender chicken, zesty tomato sauce, and gooey mozzarella. Simple, savory, and crafted for two, this dish is a delightful celebration of flavors. Top it with fresh basil and savor an easy yet sensational meal! 🍅🍗🌿✨

✔️ Dietary Features:

✔️ Balanced Protein: Packed with protein from lean chicken breasts.

🌾Gluten-Free: Naturally free of gluten, suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.

🌿Nutrient-Rich: Provides essential nutrients from tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and fresh basil.

🍚 Low-Carb Option: Can be part of a low-carb diet by adjusting portion sizes.

🥑Keto-Friendly: Adaptable for a ketogenic diet with modifications like reducing tomatoes or choosing keto-friendly sides.

🌐Versatile: Easily customizable to fit various dietary preferences and restrictions.

Reasons to enjoy this delicious dish:

🕒Quick and Easy Preparation: With just a few simple steps, you can have a restaurant-worthy dish on your table, making it perfect for a hassle-free yet delightful meal.

🌿 Versatile Ingredients: The dish incorporates versatile ingredients like garlic, anchovies, and fennel seeds, adding layers of flavor and depth to the sauce.

🍽️ Oven-to-Table Convenience: Baking the chicken in the ovenproof skillet streamlines the cooking process and minimizes cleanup, allowing you to enjoy the meal with ease.

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 anchovy fillets, minced (optional, for added depth of flavor)

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

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INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Season the Chicken:

  • Generously season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.

Prepare the Sauce:

  • In a large ovenproof skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat, add olive oil, chopped onion, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook until the onion is softened and translucent (2-3 minutes).

  • Add minced garlic, anchovies (if using), oregano, fennel seeds, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  • Stir in diced tomatoes and sliced roasted red peppers. Bring the sauce to a simmer.

Bake the Chicken:

  • Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the sauce and turn off the heat. Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes.

Cheese Topping:

  • Flip the chicken breasts and sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly on top. Bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Finish and Serve:

  • Sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the chicken and serve immediately.

Enjoy this flavorful Baked Chicken with Tomato and Red Pepper Sauce for a delicious meal for two! 🍅🍗🌿

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Bon Appétit!

Hello Quick Meals