Description
This delicious Baked Caprese Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts topped with fresh tomato slices, mozzarella cheese, and basil, all baked to perfection and finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It’s a simple yet elegant Italian-American main course that’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a special meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings and Garnish
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped or whole for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Chicken: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and place the chicken breasts in a single layer.
- Season and Bake Chicken: Drizzle olive oil evenly over the chicken breasts and season them with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the chicken is nearly cooked through.
- Add Toppings: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Place slices of tomato and mozzarella cheese on top of each chicken breast.
- Finish Baking: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish and Serve: Drizzle balsamic glaze over the baked chicken and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in balsamic vinaigrette for 30 minutes before baking.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or a fresh green salad.
