Chicken Marinara

How to make Chicken Marinara.

INGREDIENTS: Serves 4

• 4 chicken breasts
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
• 400 g (1 can) diced tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup chopped basil leaves
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup water
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• Pasta or rice, to serve

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides and set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Place chicken in the pan in a single layer.
4. Cook 4-6 minutes on each side.
5. Cook chicken in batches if needed.
6. Remove from the pan and set aside.
7. Preheat oven to 400 F or 200 C.
8. Add the remaining oil to the same pan.
9. Add the garlic cloves.
10. Sauté, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute or until fragrant.
11. Add the canned tomatoes, water, Italian seasoning and oregano.
12. Season with salt.
13. Bring to a boil.
14. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes.
15. Add chicken back to the marinara sauce and top with mozzarella.
16. Transfer the skillet to the oven.
17. Bake for 7-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and chicken is cooked through.
18. Ideally, an instant-read thermometer should read 165 F or 75 C to ensure chicken is fully cooked.
19. Serve over white rice or pasta and enjoy!