CHICKEN BREASTS SMOTHERED IN TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA

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This was one of my favorite meals that mother made. You could tell what was cooking by the aroma coming out of the kitchen. Sometimes I like to sprinkle a little red pepper flakes on the chicken to pep it up a little. from HELEN'S PANTRY

Provided by Eddie Jordan

Categories     Turkey

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless skinless checken breasts halves
3 Tbsp olive oil divided
1 c chopped onion
2 tsp minced garlic
1 (14) oz can italian style stewed tomatoes undrained
1 1/2 c shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat broiler. Pound chicken breasts between 2 pieces of plastic wrap to 1/4 inch thickness using flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin.
  • 2. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in ovenproof skillet over medium heat.
  • 3. Cook chicken 31/2 minutes per side or until no longer pink in center. Transfer to plate keep warm.
  • 4. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic 3 minutes.
  • 5. Add tomatoes bring to a simmer. return chicken to skillet, spooning tomato mixture over chicken.
  • 6. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil 4 inches from heat until cheese is melted.

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