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Chicken Margherita

By: Ragu®

"Creamy mozzarella cheese, fresh basil and rich tomato sauce give this delicious chicken dish all of the flavors of the classic Italian pizza margherita."

Rate/Review | Read Reviews (4)

Prep Time:
5 Min

Cook Time:
10 Min

Ready In:
15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings

Ingredients

4 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
2 cups Ragu® Old World Style® Margherita Smooth Pasta Sauce

Directions

Season chicken, if desired, with salt and black pepper. Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken, turning once, about 5 minutes.
Add pasta sauce and simmer covered 5 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Top chicken with cheese, then let stand until cheese is melted, about 1 minute. Garnish with basil.
Serve, if desired, with hot cooked penne pasta topped with additional pasta sauce, heated.