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Monday, August 6, 2012

Basil, Roasted Red Pepper, and Mozzarella Chicken


This is another Pinterest recipe.  How did I meal plan before Pinterest?  It really does make it easy!

The original recipe can be found at Right At Home.  The recipe was straightforward and easy to understand.

I like the idea of this dish because it is fresh, easy and fairly healthy.  I didn't use lowfat cheese, but that would help those of you who are doing low fat diets.

Preheat your oven to 375.

First I pounded my chicken breasts flat in a gallon Ziploc bag.

I roasted a red pepper over my gas stove until I got that nice charred skin.

I sliced the red pepper and got ready to assemble.

Take each chicken breast (recipe calls for 4, but I had 3) and lay 3 big basil leaves down.


Lay slices of the roasted red pepper on the basil.

Put about a tablespoon of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the peppers.

Roll up chicken, place seam side down, and toothpick in place.

Top with plain tomato sauce  (about a cup and a half) and a sprinkle of oregano.

Cook for 30 minutes.

Add mozzarella cheese on the top and cook or broil 5 minutes more.

Remove toothpicks and enjoy!

Our family enjoyed this dish.  It was fresh and light for summer, yet it had a lot of flavor.  I will definitely make it again!

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9 comments:

  1. Katie BenzingerAugust 6, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    This looks so yummy!!! I want to make this but will need to replace the peppers. What do you think I could use instead?

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    1. ChiaraAugust 7, 2012 at 8:22 AM

      Hi, Katie! What about a few sundried tomatoes? It is an Italian themed chicken dish, so that would fit in, and I know you like those--at least I know your mom does! :) I THINK you like those! I couldn't make this for Ryan, but I would love to add some artichoke hearts chopped up! Yummers!

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  2. StaceyAugust 7, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    mmmmm... yes I can see total replacement of sundried tomatoes and artichokes. Great idea!!

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  3. KatieAugust 7, 2012 at 8:48 AM

    YES! That's exactly what I'll do! I'll let you know how it turns out! :)

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    1. ChiaraAugust 7, 2012 at 9:02 AM

      Let me know how you tweak it and, yes, if it turns out!

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  4. JustaGirlAugust 7, 2012 at 8:57 AM

    I'll have to try this one after I try your Chicken Kiev! I'm going to attempt that tomorrow night ;o)

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    1. ChiaraAugust 7, 2012 at 9:01 AM

      Oh, Lisa! You will love that chicken kiev! Mmmm. It is a no fail dish. Let me know if you like it!

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  5. KatieAugust 8, 2012 at 8:46 AM

    We had it last night with the sundried tomatoes and artichokes which was very good! I'll use less tomatoes next time though because it was a little strong. Thanks Bara!!!

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    1. ChiaraAugust 8, 2012 at 9:16 AM

      Thanks, Katie! This is good to know! Yes, sundried tomatoes are really potent. A little goes a LONG way! Thanks for letting me know how it was . . .

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