Italian Chicken

A flavorful Italian chicken dish marinated with herbs and spices, perfect for a family dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless and skinless

Marinade

1/4 cup Olive Oil
2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
2 cloves Garlic minced
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1 teaspoon Dried Basil
1 teaspoon Salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground

Toppings

1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped

Method

Prepare the Marinade

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.

Marinate the Chicken

Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Cook the Chicken

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.

Add Toppings

In the last few minutes of cooking, add cherry tomatoes and mozzarella cheese on top of the chicken. Cover the skillet to melt the cheese.

Serve

Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a side of pasta or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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