Smothered Chicken Italiano |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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From Miami, Florida, Mary Kretschmer writes, âThis is one of my husbandâs favorites and has become an âold reliableâ to serve dinner guests. Itâs impressive and tasty but so easy to prepare.â Ingredients:
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano |
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder |
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided |
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided |
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) |
2 teaspoons canola oil |
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese |
1 cup crushed tomatoes |
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the oregano, garlic powder, 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; rub over chicken. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, brown chicken in oil for 3-4 minutes on each side.
2. Transfer to an 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine ricotta cheese and remaining salt and pepper; spoon over chicken. Top with tomatoes.
3. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes. Top with cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or a meat thermometer reads 170°. Yield: 4 servings.
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