A perfect one-pan dinner to brighten up any weeknight. The chicken is filled with mozzarella, parma ham and sun-dried tomatoes, seared until golden and simmered in an ultra creamy tomato alla vodka style sauce. Simple, yet mouthwatering.
¼ tspcrushed red pepper flakesplus more for serving
1tspdried oregano
1tspdried sage
1tspblack pepper
thymefor serving
chopped parsleyfor serving (optional)
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Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts fillets through the middle lengthways, being careful not to cut through. Spread the fillets open and layer with mozzarella, Parma ham and about 1/3 of the sun-dried tomatoes (we add the rest to the sauce). Close and seal with toothpicks. Watch the above video for a step-by-step guide.
Heat oil and butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium. Add stuffed chicken, cook until golden, about 8 minutes per side. The cooking time can vary with the size of your chicken breasts.
Meanwhile, mince the garlic and finely chop the shallot.
When ready, remove chicken from skillet and place on a clean plate. Cover with foil.
Add garlic and shallot, cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Deglaze with vodka, stir and scrape up the brown bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Simmer for 2 minutes.
Add tomato paste, stir until incorporated. Stir in red pepper flakes, oregano, sage and black pepper. Pour in broth and bring to a simmer over medium-low. Add cream, the remaining sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan. Stir until combined.
Add chicken and the released juices to the sauce, simmer for 3-5 minutes or until heated through. Finish off with black pepper, red pepper flakes, fresh thyme and chopped parsley. Serve!