CHICKEN CAPRI

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Provided by mom2cass

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

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1 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup crushed tomatoes
4 slices reduced-fat mozzarella cheese

Steps:

In a blender or food processor, combine the ricotta with the oregano, salt, and pepper. Process to blend.
Rub the chicken with the garlic powder. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 12 minute per side. Place the chicken breast, side by side, in a large baking dish and allow to cool.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Spoon 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture and 1/4 cup tomoatoe onto each chicken breast. Top each chicken breast with 1 slice mozzarella. Bake for 20 min/, or until a thermometer inserted in the thickest portion of a breast registers 170 degrees and the juices run clear.