Baked Caprese Chicken

Baked Caprese Chicken

from thealmondeater.com
40 min
4 servings

This Baked Caprese Chicken combines the Italian flavors of garlic, tomato, balsamic, fresh mozzarella, and basil into one easy skillet recipe. It’s quick to prepare, and ready in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

  • 4 small chicken breasts ((see notes))
  • 3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes (sliced)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup pearl mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°.

  2. 2

    Place chicken on a cutting board, then top it with a piece of plastic wrap. Pound the chicken down so it's all the same thickness. Remove the plastic wrap, then drizzle the chicken with 1 tbsp olive oil, and sprinkle it with the Italian seasoning and salt, using your hands to press the seasoning into the chicken.

  3. 3

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken smooth side down into the skillet and sear it for 3-4 minutes, then flip it over and sear it for 2-3 minutes; remove the skillet from the heat.

  4. 4

    Add the tomatoes and garlic to the skillet then drizzle everything with the remaining oil and balsamic vinegar. Place the skillet in the oven and bake the chicken for 15-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°. NOTE: cook time varies depending on the thickness of your chicken. I recommend checking it after 15 minutes and going from there.

  5. 5

    Remove the skillet, then add the mozzarella cheese. Place the skillet back into the oven and set your oven to BROIL. Broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

  6. 6

    Remove the skillet and sprinkle everything with fresh basil. Drizzle the chicken with the balsamic glaze and enjoy!