2 C meatless pasta sauce
2 tsp of The Olive Bin's Tuscan Herb Olive Oil
1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
4 oz cream cheese, softened
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 oz each)
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 T of The Olive Bin's Traditional 18-Year Balsamic Vinegar
Italian-Style Chicken & Peppers
Ingredients
Number Of Servings: 4
Directions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place pasta sauce in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave, covered, on high for 3-4 minutes or until hot, stirring halfway.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add green pepper; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in cream cheese.
- Arange chicken in a greased 9x13" baking dish; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spoon pepper mixture onto chicken. Pour warmed sauce over top. Place cheese over sauce. Bake, covered, 23-30 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165 degrees F.
- Remove from oven. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and serve immediately.
Additional Info
Adapted from Taste of Home recipe
