OVEN-BAKED CHICKEN WITH FRESH MOZZARELLA & TOMATOES

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Vine-ripened tomatoes and fresh mozzarella cheese turn 'same-old, same-old' baked chicken into HEAVEN ON A PLATE. Serve with a crusty baguette and a fresh tossed green salad for the perfect mid-week meal.

Provided by Feast Your Eyes

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 egg, beaten with
1 tablespoon water
1 cup diced fresh tomato (Heirloom tomatoes are a great choice.)
1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh basil, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon snipped fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Coat casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray; set aside.
  • Combine the first seven (7) ingredients in a shallow dish, stir to mix well.
  • Dip chicken one piece at a time in the beaten egg and dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
  • Place chicken in the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake for 25 minutes. Turn up the heat to BROIL; remove chicken and transfer to a piece of foil. Top with tomatoes, mozarella, and vinegar. Finish cooking for an additional 3 to 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
  • Sprinkle with basil and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.6, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 183, Sodium 700.8, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.7, Protein 48.9

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