Spicy Chicken and Eggplant Casserole

Съставки

• Chicken breast, thinly sliced400g
• Eggplant, thinly sliced1 large
• Onion, chopped1
• Garlic, minced3 cloves
• Crushed tomatoes400g
• Red pepper flakes1/2 tsp
• Olive oil2 tbsp
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded150g
• Parmesan cheese, grated50g
• Saltto taste
• Black pepperto taste
• Fresh basil, choppedfor garnish

Стъпки

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).

2. 2

   Salt the eggplant slices and let them sit for 30 minutes to release moisture. Pat dry.

3. 3

   Heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté onion until softened, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute.

4. 4

   Add crushed tomatoes, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.

5. 5

   In a separate pan, quickly sear the chicken slices until lightly browned. Season with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Lightly brush eggplant slices with olive oil and grill or pan-fry until slightly tender.

7. 7

   In a casserole dish, layer half the eggplant slices, followed by half the chicken, and then half the tomato sauce.

8. 8

   Repeat the layers: remaining eggplant, chicken, and sauce.

9. 9

   Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.

10. 10

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.

11. 11

    Let stand for 5-10 minutes before garnishing with fresh basil and serving.