Description
Juicy Caprese Chicken is a delightful Italian-inspired dish that seamlessly combines tender chicken breasts with creamy mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic fresh basil. This flavorful meal transforms any dinner into a culinary celebration, making it perfect for family gatherings or intimate evenings at home. Enjoy the vibrant colors and rich flavors of this easy-to-make dish that promises to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 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) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place them snugly in the prepared baking dish.
- Layer fresh mozzarella slices over each chicken breast and scatter halved cherry tomatoes around them.
- Drizzle olive oil generously over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle fresh basil on top, and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg