Bravo Italian Chicken

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 4

Tasty and easy-to-make Bravo Italian Chicken recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 medium eggplant , peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
	1 teaspoon salt
	4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
	1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning
	1/4 teaspoon pepper
	1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
	1 jar tomato basil pasta sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

474

Sugar

Fat

20g

Bravo Italian Chicken is a classic Italian recipe that combines the flavors of tender chicken breast, creamy eggplant, and zesty tomato sauce. This dish is rich in flavor, texture, and nutrients and is perfect for a hearty weeknight meal. The chicken breasts are seasoned with Italian herbs and pan-fried to golden perfection, which gives them a crusty exterior and tender, succulent meat inside. The eggplant adds a slightly sweet and nutty flavor to the dish and provides a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The gooey, melted cheese gives the Bravo Italian Chicken its signature delicious taste and is perfect for indulging. This dish is a perfect example of the classic Italian flavor profile, and is sure to delight your taste buds!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning and pepper.
3.	Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil to the hot pan.
4.	Cook the chicken breasts until golden brown (approximately 3 minutes on each side).
5.	Place the chicken into the prepared baking pan.
6.	Add salt to the cubed eggplant and let it sit for 10 minutes, then rinse salt off and pat dry.
7.	Layer the eggplant over the chicken.
8.	Pour tomato basil pasta sauce over the eggplant.
9.	Cover with shredded mozzarella cheese.
10.	Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
11.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

The Bravo Italian Chicken is a delicious and simple dish to prepare.

Eggplant is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and is a great source of antioxidants.

Chicken is a great source of protein necessary for muscle growth and repair.

CONS

Eggplant may cause an allergic reaction in some individuals.

Chicken may become tough and dry if overcooked.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplant is a nutrient-rich vegetable that may help reduce the risk of several chronic diseases including heart disease, diabetes, and obesity.
Chicken breast is an excellent source of lean protein and helps to build and repair muscle tissue. It’s also rich in vitamins B3 and B6, which are important for energy metabolism and the production of red blood cells.