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Baked Caprese Chicken

Baked Caprese Chicken Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6-8 oz each)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, sliced ¼-inch thick
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced into 8 rounds
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry, season with ¾ teaspoon salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat for 3 minutes per side.
  2. Remove from heat. Top each breast with tomato slices, remaining salt, and mozzarella.
  3. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and chicken reaches 165°F.
  4. Plate, top with torn basil and balsamic glaze. Serve right away.

Notes

Let the chicken rest 2-3 minutes after baking so the juices settle. If your mozzarella is very wet, pat the slices dry with a paper towel before topping to keep the dish from getting watery.