A dish that always works – and never gets boring. These chicken breast fillets in homemade tomato sauce are one of my personal kitchen favorites. The combination of juicy meat, flavorful sauce, and melted cheese is simply irresistible. I love how the golden mozzarella melts over the fillets and blends into the sauce – it not only looks delicious, it tastes just as good.
What makes this recipe truly special is the base: my slow-cooked tomato sauce. It does take some time to prepare fresh, but the flavor is absolutely worth it. I usually make a large batch and freeze it in portions – that way, I always have a quick and wholesome option on hand during the week.
The instructions for my homemade tomato sauce are included in the Piccata Milanese recipe.
The side dishes are flexible too: rice, pasta, a crisp green salad, or crusty baguette – whatever you’re in the mood for. Whether you're going for something light or heartier, this dish can easily be adapted.
For me, this recipe is just right when I want to bring joy to the table with minimal effort. It’s simple, versatile, and always a hit – whether with the family during the week or when unexpected guests drop by.
Chicken Breast Fillets with Homemade Tomato Sauce and Mozzarella
Ingredients
- 800 g Chicken breast fillets (4 pieces)
- 2 tsp Dried oregano
- 2 tsp Italian herbs, dried
- 2 tsp sweet paprika powder
- 1 tsp hot paprika powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 400 ml Homemade tomato sauce
- Oil for frying
- 100 g grated mozzarella
Instruction
- Preheat the oven:Preheat the oven to 200 °C (grill function).
- Prepare the chicken:Rinse the chicken breast fillets, pat dry and season with salt, pepper, oregano, Italian herbs and sweet and hot paprika.
- Sauté:Heat the oil in a pan. Fry the fillets for 4-6 minutes on each side, depending on their thickness.
- Add the tomato sauce:Pour the homemade tomato sauce around the fillets in the pan - not directly over the meat.
- Top with mozzarella:Sprinkle the fillets with mozzarella and place the pan in the oven.
- Gratinate:Grill for a few minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
- Bon appetit
- 🍽️ Serving suggestion:Tastes wonderful with rice, pasta, fresh salad or crusty baguette.
Notes
The total time for this recipe includes the fresh preparation of my homemade tomato sauce. If you’re using pre-made or frozen sauce, the cooking time is reduced to about 30 minutes. Cheese tip:
Instead of mozzarella, you can also use Gouda, Emmental, Cheddar, or Parmesan – or combine different types. Each brings its own flavor, from mild to tangy or richly savory. Nutritional information:
Nutritional values are provided as a guideline and may vary slightly depending on the sauce, cheese, or side dishes used. The instructions for my homemade tomato sauce is included in the recipe for Piccata Milanese.
