Chicken Mozzarella
Create this Chicken Mozzarella one skillet keto recipe. It is low carb and full of protein and healthy fats. Add your favorite side dish and you have a delicious easy family meal.
Servings 6
Calories 563kcal
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil Extra Virgin
- 2 lbs Chicken Thighs boneless
- 1 1/2 tbsp Italian Seasoning divided
- Himalayan Salt and Pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp Butter unsalted
- 1/4 cup chicken broth organic
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
- 1/2 ts red pepper flakes
- 8 oz Mozzarella Slices
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees
- Heat 1 TB olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat
- Rub Chicken thighs with the remaining olive oil and sprinkle seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste on both sides. Transfer to hot skillet.
- Cook for 5 minutes per side, until the chicken develops a golden crust. Remove from heat and add butter, chicken broth, and cherry tomatoes. Top each chicken thigh with a slice of mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with red pepper flakes and remaining Italian seasoning.
- Transfer skillet to pre-heated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted. Remove from oven and let chicken rest for several minutes.
- When serving spoon some pan sauce and garnish if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 563kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 193mg | Sodium: 443mg | Potassium: 389mg | Vitamin A: 660IU | Vitamin C: 3.5mg | Calcium: 225mg | Iron: 1.8mg