Baked Caprese Chicken
Transform your dinner with this Baked Caprese Chicken recipe! A delicious blend of mozzarella, tomato, and basil on perfectly baked chicken. Perfect for a cozy night in. 🧀🍅🍃
_____Ingredients:_____
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
– 2 large tomatoes, sliced
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
– Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
_____Directions:_____
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried oregano, and dried basil.
3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
4. Top each chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella cheese and tomato slices.
5. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted, about 15-20 minutes.
6. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings
