Description
Experience the flavors of Italy in just 30 minutes with this one-pan Tuscan chicken recipe. Tender chicken breasts are seared to perfection and paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic basil, and creamy buffalo mozzarella. This quick and easy dish is ideal for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties, providing a delightful blend of convenience and taste that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 8 oz buffalo mozzarella, sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
Instructions
- 1. Prep your ingredients: Mince garlic and halve cherry tomatoes while heating a skillet over medium heat.
- 2. Sear the chicken: Add olive oil to the hot skillet. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown on both sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- 3. Add garlic & tomatoes: Stir in minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4. Create the sauce: Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture and add basil leaves, stirring gently to combine.
- 5. Melt the cheese: Top each chicken breast with mozzarella slices. Cover the skillet for about 3-5 minutes until cheese melts.
- 6. Serve & enjoy: Plate your Tuscan chicken alongside crusty bread or pasta, drizzling with extra olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 130mg