Introducing the mozzarella chicken skillet. You can’t go wrong with this hearty, warm, cheese-loaded dinner that can be ready in just 15 minutes.
You guys need this recipe in your life. The whole family loves it. It can be ready in about 15 minutes with very minimal prep, it only requires 4 simple ingredients, and it’s pretty healthy too. Serve it over zucchini noodles for a good, solid, wholesome weeknight dinner with protein and veggies…. but also cheesy and saucy enough to still be amazing.
One skillet meals seriously save me during the school year. It makes me feel so accomplished when I can make a delicious, nutritious meal for the family even though we are so busy. This one is so simple too. You just need to find a great sauce with lots of flavor, but no added sugar. 
We are huge fans of Rao’s homemade sauces. They are sold at most grocery stores and Walmart. I’ve tried many of the flavor varieties and love them all. If you look at the ingredient list of the marinara sauce, it includes only tomatoes, olive oil, onions, salt, garlic, basil, pepper and oregano. This isn’t sponsored, I just wanted to share my go-to sauce.
I used thinly sliced organic chicken breasts and topped those with fresh mozzarella slices. You could totally use any favorite cheese, though. Wouldn’t gouda be incredible? It is amazing what you can create with your favorite common ingredients!
You guys are going to love this delicious 15 minute meal! From the flavorful sauce to the tender, juicy chicken topped with melty mozzarella cheese. We loved it served over pasta with crusty garlic bread. It became a family favorite with the very first bite!
When you give this a try, be sure to comment and let me know how you liked it. Also, tag #kimscravings on Instagram so we can all see. Enjoy, friends!
Quick and Easy Dinner: Mozzarella Chicken Skillet
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
A quick weeknight dinner featuring juicy chicken breasts in a rich marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella. Ready in under 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 4 (1134 g) thinly sliced chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 24 oz (680 g) marinara sauce
- 4 slices or 1 cup (237 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese
- chopped parsley
- basil
- pasta
Instructions
- Heat a large nonstick skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 3–5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- If serving with pasta, cook pasta according to package directions.
- Preheat the oven broiler.
- Add tomato sauce to the skillet with the chicken; once simmering, lower heat and cover to fully heat the sauce (a few minutes).
- Once the sauce is heated, top each chicken breast with mozzarella cheese.
- Broil for 1–2 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Top with chopped parsley or basil.
- Serve immediately with pasta and a salad, if desired.
Notes
- To ensure even cooking, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts of similar thickness.
- For a creamier sauce, stir in a tablespoon of heavy cream or crème fraîche at the end.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or skillet.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 100
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of cheese instead of mozzarella?
Yes, you can use any cheese you prefer; gouda would work particularly well in this recipe.
What type of sauce do you recommend for the mozzarella chicken skillet?
I recommend Rao’s homemade sauces, which have great flavor and no added sugar.
How do I prepare the zucchini noodles to serve with the chicken?
You can spiralize the zucchini and sauté it briefly in the skillet or steam it until just tender before serving.
