Margherita Recipe

Inspired by Rustic Goat

Time40m

Serves2

Chicken in chicken with cheese a fel mashed apple potatoes a sherry

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Chicken
Begin by preheating your oven to 200°C (400°F). Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
2
Sear the Chicken
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
3
Add Garlic and Sherry
Once the chicken is seared, add minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the sherry and bring to a simmer, scraping the bottom of the skillet for flavor.
4
Add Cheese and Bake
Layer the mozzarella cheese on top of the chicken. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5
Prepare Mashed Potatoes
While the chicken is baking, prepare the mashed potatoes. Boil peeled and chopped potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and mash with a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
6
Serve
Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve the chicken with melted cheese over a bed of mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh basil leaves.