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Chicken Caprese with Balsamic Reduction: A Must-Try Delight!

A delicious Chicken Caprese dish topped with fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and a sweet balsamic reduction.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Remove the skillet from heat. Layer the halved cherry tomatoes and mozzarella slices over the chicken.
  4. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
  5. While the chicken is baking, prepare the balsamic reduction. In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened and reduced by half.
  6. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle the balsamic reduction over the chicken and top with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and Italian herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • You can also substitute the cherry tomatoes with roasted red peppers for a different twist.

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