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Caprese Chicken Recipe

A delicious and simple chicken dish inspired by the classic Caprese salad.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts
  • 2 cups Cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella cheese sliced
  • 1 cup Basil leaves fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Top with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves.
  5. Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
  6. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Caprese, Chicken, Easy
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