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How to Make Crispy Italian Chicken Topped with Mozzarella - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian cuisine is known for its delicious and diverse range of flavors, and this recipe for Crispy Italian Chicken Topped with Mozzarella is no exception. This dish combines the classic flavors of Italy with a crispy texture and gooey cheese topping, making it a hit with both kids and adults alike.

The key to this recipe is the perfect blend of Italian seasonings and crispy breadcrumbs that coat the chicken, creating a flavorful and crunchy exterior that perfectly complements the tend...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 15 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 10 fresh basil leaves
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 slices of fresh mozzarella cheese, or as needed - cut in half

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk together the flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, beat the egg. Place the panko crumbs into a third bowl.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each chicken tender into the seasoned flour, then into the egg; roll in panko crumbs. Pan fry the chicken tenders until golden brown on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken pieces to a baking sheet.
  • Heat 2 more tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and stir in the tomatoes, garlic, basil, onion, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Reduce heat and simmer the tomato sauce until it starts to thicken, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of sauce over each chicken piece; top with a half piece of mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 8 to 10 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    616 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 166mg
    • Sodium: 1148mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 50g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 162mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 558mg

    Categories

    Italian recipes
    Chicken recipes
    Crispy recipes
    Mozzarella recipes
    Topped recipes