If you are looking for a quick, delicious, and traditional chicken meal for dinner, this recipe is perfect for you! Combining tender and flavorful chicken with potatoes, onions, and a variety of vegetables cooked in a rich tomato puree and topped with melted mozzarella cheese, this dish will bring delightful flavors to your dining table. It’s a one-pot meal that is not only tasty but also packed with nutrients, making it ideal for the whole family. Follow these simple steps to prepare a dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
Chicken breast – 1 kg
Salt – 3/4 tsp
Black pepper – 1/2 tsp
Flour – 4 tbsp
For the Vegetables and Sauce:
Medium potatoes – 6 pieces
Onion – 1 piece
Garlic cloves – 3 pieces
Kapia (red bell pepper) – 2 pieces
Cherry tomatoes – 100 grams
Tomato puree – 1 cup
Water – 1/2 cup
Thyme – 1/2 tsp
Basil – 1/2 tsp
Rosemary – 1/2 tsp
Salt – 3/4 tsp
Mozzarella cheese – 200 grams
Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken:
Wash the chicken breasts and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Season both sides of the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
Lightly coat the chicken with flour on all sides.
Fry the Chicken:
Heat some oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Vegetables:
Peel and cut the potatoes in half or quarters, depending on their size.
Thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Remove the seeds from the Kapia peppers and slice them into thin strips.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
Cook the Vegetables:
In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Sauté the onions and garlic until translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Add the Kapia peppers and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Add the potatoes and cherry tomatoes, and cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
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