Thursday, April 2, 2009

CHICKEN MARGHERITA

Ingredients
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 lb.)
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 4 slices fresh or packaged mozzarella cheese (about 4 oz.)
• 2 Tbsp. thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
• 2 cups Ragu® Old World Style® Margherita Smooth Pasta Sauce
Directions
1. Season chicken, if desired, with salt and black pepper. Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken, turning once, about 5 minutes.
2. Add Pasta Sauce and simmer covered 5 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Top chicken with cheese, then let stand until cheese is melted, about 1 minute. Garnish with basil.
3. Serve, if desired, with hot cooked penne pasta topped with additional Pasta Sauce, heated.

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