Description
Caprese Chicken is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with fresh mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, aromatic basil, and tangy balsamic glaze. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its vibrant colors and fresh flavors, Caprese Chicken not only pleases the palate but also makes a stunning centerpiece on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Layer the sliced mozzarella over each chicken breast, followed by halved cherry tomatoes and basil leaves.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with additional basil if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg