Description
Caprese Chicken is a delicious Italian dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze for a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- Top each chicken breast with slices of mozzarella and tomatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with a side of pasta or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg