One-Skillet Mozzarella Chicken Thighs
Easy and flavorful mozzarella chicken thighs baked to perfection with juicy tomatoes, fresh herbs, and gooey cheese—ready in 30 minutes for a crowd-pleasing dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil divided
- 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1½ Tbsp Italian seasoning divided
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 TBSP lite unsalted butter
- ¼ cup chicken broth preferably organic
- ½ cup multi-colored cherry tomatoes quartered*
- 4 oz. fresh Mozzarella cheese sliced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
Optional garnish:
- Sprigs fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Rub the chicken thighs with the remaining olive oil and sprinkle both sides with one tablespoon Italian seasoning. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and transfer to the hot skillet.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or 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 fresh Mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and remaining Italian seasoning. Season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired.
- Transfer skillet into pre-heated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the Mozzarella is melted. Remove from oven and allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes.
- To serve, top chicken with some pan sauce and fresh basil sprigs, if desired.