Caprese Chicken Breasts
A comforting dish featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with fresh mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil, all drizzled with balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
- Top each chicken breast with slices of fresh mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with basil leaves.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
For a veggie boost, add sliced bell peppers or zucchini alongside the tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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