Caprese Chicken Breast
A delightful Caprese Chicken Breast recipe featuring juicy chicken, creamy mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, bringing a touch of Italy to your dinner table.
- 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 chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
- Sear the chicken in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- Layer each chicken breast with mozzarella slices and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.
- Garnish with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
For tenderness, flatten chicken breasts and consider using different cheeses or herbs based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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