SKILLET CHICKEN WITH TOMATOES, PANCETTA AND MOZZARELLA
With a topping of tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella, it's no wonder that I always think of this easy skillet dish as "pizza chicken." It's a tangy, milky, gooey, lovable meal that's somewhat reminiscent of chicken Parmesan, but with succulent bone-in chicken pieces instead of breaded and fried cutlets. Even better, it has pancetta and anchovies for complexity of flavor, and the whole thing comes together in under an hour.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories one pot, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large oven-proof skillet, warm oil over medium-high heat. Add pancetta and cook, stirring frequently, until browned. Use a slotted spoon to transfer pancetta to a paper-towel-lined plate.
- Add chicken to skillet. Sear, turning only occasionally, until well browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a large plate. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon oil.
- Add garlic, anchovy and red pepper flakes to skillet; fry 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and basil. Cook, breaking up tomatoes with a spatula, until sauce thickens somewhat, about 10 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet. Transfer skillet to oven and cook, uncovered, until chicken is no longer pink, about 30 minutes.
- Scatter bocconcini or mozzarella pieces over skillet. Adjust oven temperature to broil. Return skillet to oven and broil until cheese is melted and bubbling, 2 to 3 minutes (watch carefully to see that it does not burn). Garnish with pancetta and chopped basil before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1246, UnsaturatedFat 53 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 91 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 93 grams, SaturatedFat 30 grams, Sodium 1618 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Isah Sarina
[email protected]I served this dish with a side of pasta and it was a delicious meal.
Amanda Napier Mark
[email protected]I added a bit of white wine to the sauce and it really enhanced the flavor.
Ariannah Mccarthy
[email protected]I used a jarred tomato sauce instead of fresh tomatoes and it was still very good.
Emilie Salinas
[email protected]I made this dish in a cast iron skillet and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was crispy and the vegetables were tender.
MAGEZI IVAN
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I loved this dish! The tomatoes and mozzarella cheese really make it.
Ichekanu Mathias
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.
Jnr “Wisdom” Chapfudza
[email protected]I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. I'm really happy with how it turned out.
Saxon Cooper
[email protected]I made this dish for my boyfriend and he loved it! He said it was the best chicken dish he's ever had.
Ahtisham Haider
[email protected]This dish is very versatile. You can add or subtract ingredients to suit your taste.
Restless Classic
[email protected]I'm not a fan of mozzarella cheese, so I used provolone instead. It was still very good.
Mohammad Sayed
[email protected]I served this dish with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.
Bhupen Mandal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pancetta, so I used bacon instead. It was still very good.
R k Rashed Media
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.
Sanwal Ali
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I used rotisserie chicken and it worked perfectly.
M Siddique Abbasi
[email protected]I substituted sun-dried tomatoes for the fresh tomatoes and it was still delicious! I also added a bit of red pepper flakes for a little extra spice.
anonto raj
[email protected]I love how easy this dish is to make! I was able to get it on the table in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Mohammad Taspi
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, the tomatoes were sweet and tangy, and the mozzarella cheese melted perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.