Caprese Chicken Skillet
A delightful and simple Italian dish featuring juicy chicken, ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil, all brought together with a tangy balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the seasoned chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they begin to burst.
- Combine the fresh mozzarella balls and chopped basil, stirring gently.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken beforehand. If desired, add grilled veggies for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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