Caprese Chicken Balsamic
A delightful dish of tender chicken topped with creamy mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic basil, drizzled with balsamic vinegar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish. Top each breast with slices of mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the chicken and bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional basil if desired.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to check the chicken’s doneness (should reach 165°F). Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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