SMOKED MOZZARELLA CHICKEN WITH PASTA

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Take an ordinary chicken breast into wow territory with just a few extra ingredients. Use prosciutto instead of ham to make the dish extra smoky. -Naylet LaRochelle, Miami, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta or thin spaghetti
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 thin slices smoked deli ham
4 slices smoked mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/2 cup prepared pesto
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; transfer to a large bowl., Meanwhile, pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. Dip chicken in bread crumbs to coat both sides; shake off excess., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 4 minutes. Turn; cook 2 minutes longer. Top with ham and mozzarella cheese; sprinkle with sage. Cook until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 1-2 minutes longer. Remove from heat., Add pesto to pasta and toss to coat. Serve chicken with pasta. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 694 calories, Fat 28g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 53g protein.

Geming white habib
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Overall, this was a great recipe. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the smoked mozzarella added a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.


Aadil Hussain
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This recipe was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but my kids loved it. I think next time I'll use less smoked mozzarella and add some other vegetables, like spinach or broccoli.


Faruq Adewole
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the smoked mozzarella was melted and gooey. I served it over pasta and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Mazen Azam
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I'm always looking for new chicken recipes and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The smoked mozzarella added a unique flavor that I really enjoyed. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


sad story
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the smoked mozzarella was melted and gooey. I served it over pasta and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Sayf Ally Sobratee
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the smoked mozzarella added a nice smoky flavor. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Dj Man
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the smoked mozzarella was melted and gooey. I served it over pasta and it was a delicious and impressive meal.


rana 019
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this recipe was so good that I couldn't resist. The smoked mozzarella and pasta were cooked to perfection, and the chicken was surprisingly tender and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, e


sp wahid khan official
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This dish was delicious, but it was a bit too salty for me. I think next time I'll use less salt in the sauce. Otherwise, it was a great recipe and I would definitely make it again.


Talha baloch Talha Mari
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the smoked mozzarella added a really nice flavor. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Mursaleen AMCA
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This recipe was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but my kids loved it. I think next time I'll use less smoked mozzarella and add some other vegetables, like spinach or broccoli.


Azeemul Haq
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The smoked mozzarella adds such a unique flavor to the dish. I also love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's really easy to clean up. Highly recommend!


Safa Nawabi
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This dish was super easy to make and turned out amazing! I used some leftover chicken I had in the fridge and it worked perfectly. The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the chicken was nice and crispy. I served it over pasta and it was a huge hit with


Carl Bonavia
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I'm not usually a fan of smoked mozzarella, but this recipe changed my mind. The smokiness was subtle and complemented the other flavors in the dish perfectly. The chicken was also very moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to


umar gill
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This recipe was an absolute hit! The combination of smoked mozzarella, chicken, and pasta was divine. The chicken was juicy and tender, the pasta was cooked to perfection, and the smoked mozzarella added a rich, gooey flavor that tied everything toge