Caprese Chicken Breast
A delightful dish combining succulent chicken, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Top each chicken breast with slices of mozzarella cheese and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Serve immediately!
Notes
Choose quality ingredients, ensure the chicken reaches 165°F, and consider alternatives for balsamic glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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