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Irresistibly Juicy Balsamic Chicken Caprese Bake Delight

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A flavorful baked chicken dish featuring fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and a balsamic glaze, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts (Pound to even thickness.)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced or grated.)
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Rosemary (Or substitute with dried.)
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme (Or substitute with dried.)
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano (Or substitute with dried.)
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly cracked preferred.)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (Optional.)
  • 3 cups Roma or Beefsteak Tomatoes (Use meaty varieties.)
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil (Plus extra for garnish.)
  • 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella (Or low-moisture mozzarella.)
  • 0.5 cup Balsamic Vinegar (High-quality preferred.)
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Brown Sugar (To taste.)
  • 0.25 cup Store-Bought Balsamic Glaze (Optional.)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt (For garnishing.)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper (For garnishing.)
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Drizzle after baking.)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken with herbs, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Arrange chicken in a baking dish, top with sliced tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and honey.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
  • Garnish with flaky sea salt, cracked black pepper, and extra basil. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with herbs and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Balsamic, Caprese, Chicken