Caprese Chicken: Discover the Ultimate Flavor Twist!
Caprese Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the classic flavors of a Caprese salad with juicy chicken breasts, topped with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Top each chicken breast with slices of mozzarella cheese and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with balsamic glaze and fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with a side of pasta or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg