Pizziaola Chicken
A healthy chicken recipe bursting with the cheesy flavors of pizza.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 680 g total)
- 1 tsp oil 5 ml
- 1 tsp salt 5 g
- 1/2 tsp black pepper 2.5 g
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1 g
- 3 cloves garlic crushed (9 g)
- 4 slices low-fat mozzarella cheese about 120 g total
- 6 –8 fresh basil leaves
- 2 cups marinara sauce no added sugar (500 ml)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, oregano, and crushed garlic. Rub this mixture evenly over all sides of the chicken breasts to season them thoroughly.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large skillet or braising pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown. This step enhances flavor and texture. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
- Add the Marinara Sauce: In the same pan, pour the marinara sauce, stirring to incorporate any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes to develop its flavor.
- Cook the Chicken in the Sauce: Return the seared chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Add the Final Touches: Once the chicken is cooked, place one slice of mozzarella cheese on top of each breast. Cover the pan again and let it sit for 2–3 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt perfectly.
- Garnish with Basil: Remove the lid and scatter fresh basil leaves over the chicken for a fresh, aromatic finish.
Notes
Just 3 WW Points per serving.