Skillet Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes and Mozzarella
A flavorful one-pan chicken dish with juicy roasted tomatoes, melted mozzarella, and fresh herbs. Simple, cheesy, and perfect for a quick dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken breasts on each side for 4–5 minutes until golden brown.
- Add garlic and cherry tomatoes to the skillet, cooking until tomatoes soften and release juices.
- Reduce heat to medium, cover, and let chicken cook through (internal temp 165°F).
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the chicken.
- Cover skillet for 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier results.
- Try adding balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
- Pair with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 120mg