Caprese Chicken

Light, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this baked Caprese Chicken dish is perfect for summer. The chicken cutlets are browned to perfection, topped with melted mozzarella cheese, and garnished with a balsamic reduction and freshly chopped basil.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings

Calories 407kcal

Author Dina

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast about 2 half breasts
1 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
salt & pepper to taste
2 garlic cloves minced
4 slices fresh mozzarella
6 fresh basil leaves
3 Tbsp olive oil
3 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 Tbsp balsamic glaze (homemade or storebought)

Instructions

Cut each chicken breast into thin halves. Season with salt and pepper.
In a cast iron skillet, heat olive oil and butter on high, and cook each piece of chicken until fully cooked through.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and cover it with foil and set aside.
In the same skillet stir minced garlic and cherry tomatoes for about 2 minutes on medium heat.
Place the chicken back into the skillet and add a slice of fresh mozzarella cheese on top of each piece of chicken.
Broil until the cheese is melted (a few minutes). Broil time may vary depending on your oven. Once the cheese is melted, remove the skillet from the oven and drizzle with the balsamic reduction and garnish with freshly chopped basil.

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Notes

Storing: Store this Caprese Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven, stovetop, or microwave.

Freeze: Once cooled, freeze this dish in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

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