Chicken Pizzaiola Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the olive oil, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
3. Add the chicken cubes, and toss to coat.
4. Transfer the chicken to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the tomatoes and their juice with the basil. Simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Remove the chicken from the oven, and pour the tomato sauce over it. Return to the oven, and bake 15 minutes more.
8. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Pizzaiola is an Italian dish that translates to "pizza-style".
• The dish is usually made with either beef, pork, or chicken.
• The dish originated in Naples, Italy.
• The dish is traditionally served with spaghetti or polenta.