Description
This Caprese Chicken recipe is a delightful twist on a classic Italian dish. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned, seared, then topped with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, baked to perfection, and finished with a tangy balsamic glaze. It’s a flavorful and satisfying main course that’s easy to make.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Caprese Topping:
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the chicken: Sear the seasoned chicken in a skillet until golden brown.
- Add toppings: Top each chicken breast with tomato slices and mozzarella.
- Bake: Bake in the oven until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
- Finish: Top with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- Serve with roasted vegetables, pasta, or greens.
- You can make your own balsamic glaze by simmering balsamic vinegar with honey until thickened.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
