Description
Baked Caprese Chicken is a colorful and flavorful dish that marries succulent chicken breasts with creamy mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil. This easy recipe delivers an explosion of taste in every bite, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can impress your guests while enjoying a delightful meal that satisfies both the eyes and the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in the baking dish and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Scatter halved cherry tomatoes over the chicken, then top each breast with slices of mozzarella.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the entire dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg