Baked Caprese Chicken
This baked caprese chicken is a simple one-pan dish made with juicy chicken breasts, melted mozzarella, roasted cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil, finished with a rich balsamic glaze. It’s a quick, flavorful dinner perfect for busy weeknights while still feeling fresh and elegant.
Equipment
- Large oven-safe skillet or baking dish
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
- Oven
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until lightly golden.
- Add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove from oven and place mozzarella slices on top of each chicken breast.
- Return to oven for 3-5 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the chicken.
- Sprinkle fresh basil on top. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Protein: 40 g
- Fat: 24 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 5 g
