Description
Skillet Caprese Chicken is a delightful and comforting dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into an Italian-inspired culinary masterpiece. Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are topped with creamy mozzarella, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil. A drizzle of balsamic glaze ties the dish together, creating a burst of flavor that will warm your heart and impress your guests. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a delicious meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to coat the bottom.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes to the skillet; cook for 2 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Layer mozzarella over the chicken-tomato mixture; cover and cook for about 3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Stir in chopped basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 120mg