Microwave Chicken Breasts Italian Recipes

MICROWAVE CHICKEN BREASTS ITALIAN

Steps:

• 1. Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a skillet with onion and pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add oregano, salt, black and cayenne peppers, capers and sugar. Cook as additional 2 minutes. 2. Transfer contents of skillet to a food processor and puree. Add remaining oil and balsamic. Taste and correct seasoning. (Recipe can be done ahead to this point) 3. Place chicken breasts in a microwave-oven proof dish or pie plate large enough to hold them in a single layer. Pour sauce over the chicken, cover the casserole loosely with waxed paper and cook on high power for 4 minutes. Turn the chicken, recover and cook an additional 4 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through but still juicy. Partially rotate the dish after 2, 4 and 6 minutes. Set aside for 2 minutes. 4. Spoon 1 or 2 chicken breasts and sauce onto heated plates. Serve with rice or steamed potatoes. NOTES : My MC II shows 28.4 CFF Recipe by: Chicago Trib 1/7/1996 Posted to EAT-LF Digest by PatHanneman on Mar 11, 1999,

ITALIAN MICROWAVE CHICKEN

Steps:

• Put rice, water & tomatoes in a 2 or 3L microwave safe dish and mix.
• On top of that add the zucchini, carrot, mushrooms, onion, olives and basil leaves.
• Sit the chicken on top and sprinkle the stock powder on the vegetables and the chicken and season with salt and pepper.
• Cover the dish with a lid (microwave safe) or cling wrap and cook for 40 minutes on 90% power. I use an 1100watt oven but I wouldn't worry about altering the time if yours is less powerful.

ITALIAN ZEST CHICKEN (ZIP AND STEAM)

Steps:

• Stir first three ingredients well and allow mixture to thicken for 1 minute.
• Spread rub evenly onto chicken breast halves.
• Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning blend onto chicken.
• Place prepared chicken breasts in Ziploc® Brand Zip 'n Steam™ Medium or Large bag. Seal bag and place in microwave.
• Cook on full power for 4 - 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through, with no trace of pink. If needed, continue microwaving at 30-second intervals until chicken is done.
• Allow bag to stand 1 minute before handling. Carefully open bag and serve.

MICROWAVE CHICKEN CACCIATORE

Steps:

• Combine celery, peppers, onion, garlic and mushrooms with 1 T water and 1 T butter in a 2 quart microwave-safe dish.
• Cook uncovered on high for 3-4 minutes, stirring after every minute.
• Drain.
• Stir in spaghetti sauce, olives, tomato paste, salt and pepper.
• Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise.
• Slide chicken into casserole dish with other ingredients, turning to coat with sauce.
• Arrange with meatiest portions out towards the outside of the dish.
• Cover and cook 10-12 minutes on high, or until chicken is cooked through.
• Serve over hot pasta or rice.

MICROWAVE ROMANO CHICKEN

Steps:

• Butter/grease a microwave-safe baking dish (large enough to hold 4 rolled chicken breasts).
• Season the inside of the chicken breast with salt and black pepper, then place 1 slice of Swiss cheese and 1 slice ham on top of each pounded chicken breast.
• Roll up as tightly as possible and secure with toothpicks (if necessary).
• In a small bowl combine the Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, tarragon, basil and dry breadcrumbs.
• Roll/coat the rolled chicken breast into the spice/breadcrumb mixture to coat on all sides.
• Place into a baking dish, then drizzle with melted butter.
• Cook on HIGH for about 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.