Description
A simple and delicious baked chicken dish inspired by the classic Caprese salad, featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Top with garlic, tomato slices, and mozzarella.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella for best results.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in olive oil and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: baked caprese chicken, Italian chicken recipe, mozzarella chicken, easy dinner