Margherita Chicken Recipe
Spicy tomato sauce, garlic, sliced tomatoes, Italian cheese blend, marinated chicken and fresh basil.
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and ensure they are well coated. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- 2
Cook the Chicken
Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Preparation of Sauce
- 3
Make the Spicy Tomato Sauce
In the same skillet used for the chicken, add the spicy tomato sauce, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through.
Assembly
- 4
Assemble the Dish
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the spicy tomato sauce. Top each piece of chicken with sliced fresh tomatoes and Italian cheese blend. Cover the skillet and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Once the cheese is melted, remove from heat. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Enjoy your Margherita Chicken!