Chicken breasts with cheese
3 servings
30 minutes
Cheesy chicken breasts are a refined dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of chicken meat with the rich flavor of cheese and the aromas of herbs. Its roots trace back to home cooking traditions, where the harmonious combination of simple ingredients creates amazing taste sensations. The breadcrumb and herb coating gives the breast a crispy crust, while the tomato sauce adds a slight tanginess. The delicate strands of melted parmesan and mozzarella make the dish particularly appetizing. This is a versatile recipe that can be served as a main course for family dinner or to adorn a festive table. It pairs perfectly with vegetables, fresh salads, and a glass of red wine, highlighting the depth of flavor.
1
Preheat the oven to 260 degrees.
2
Mix herbs, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Coat the chicken breasts in the mixture and shake off the excess.
- Breadcrumbs: 1.2 glass
- Dried basil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Dried thyme: 1 tablespoon
- Ground black pepper: 1 teaspoon
3
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sauté until browned, about 3 minutes on each side. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Chicken breast: 2 pieces
4
Spread tomato sauce around the chicken. Sprinkle parmesan on each chicken breast. Place mozzarella slices on top.
- Tomato sauce: 2 glasss
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 2 tablespoons
- Mozzarella cheese: 120 g
5
Bake covered with foil for 10 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 5 minutes until the cheese melts and the chicken is cooked.