Caprese Chicken
A delightful dish that combines the classic flavors of a Caprese salad with juicy chicken, topped with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season each chicken breast generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the seasoned chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Top each chicken breast with slices of fresh mozzarella and juicy tomatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
Allow chicken to rest before slicing to keep it moist. Substitute ingredients as desired, such as using fresh parsley if basil is unavailable.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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