Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (1 pound)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped (1 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
1 hour 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown chicken breasts on both sides.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add onion and garlic to skillet and cook until softened.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, and basil. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Spread 1/2 of the sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Place chicken breasts in the dish and top with remaining sauce.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce is bubbling.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with 1/2 cup sauce
- Calories: 460
- Fat: 17 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Protein: 45 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender, juicy chicken
- Flavorful and tangy sauce
- Cheesy and aromatic
- Perfect for weeknight meals and special occasions
User Comments:
- "This is my go-to chicken recipe. It's so easy to make and always comes out delicious."
- "The sauce is amazing and the chicken is perfectly cooked."
- "I love the cheesy topping. It adds a nice richness to the dish."
- "I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family."
- "I recommend serving this with a side of pasta or rice."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use high-quality chicken breasts for the best flavor and texture.
- Be sure to brown the chicken well on both sides before adding it to the sauce.
- If you don't have tomato paste, you can substitute an additional 1/4 cup of tomato sauce.
- If desired, you can add other vegetables to the sauce, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini.
- Cover the baking dish with foil for the first 30 minutes of cooking to prevent the chicken from drying out.
