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Baked Caprese Chicken

Easy baked caprese chicken with juicy chicken, mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic sauce.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dinner, entree, main, Main Course, main dish
Cuisine: American, Italian American
Keyword: baked caprese chicken, baked caprese chicken recipe, caprese chicken, caprese chicken recipe, chicken caprese, easy chicken caprese, summer dinners
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 2 ½ pounds
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic about.1 clove
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes nearly 1 full pint
  • 4-8 slices of tomato 1-2 large tomatoes
  • 4 slices fresh mozzarella about 8 ounces
  • chopped fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch or 3-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, then lay 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts in it.
  • Combine ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken, then flip the chicken over in the sauce in order to fully coat each breast.
  • Add 1 cup grape tomatoes to the dish around the chicken, and lay 4-8 slices of tomato on top of the breasts.
  • Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. In the last 5 minutes, add 4 slices fresh mozzarella on top of the chicken.
  • If desired, broil on HIGH for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and browning. Top with chopped fresh basil and serve.

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Notes

Leftover Instructions
  • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Freezer: Freeze the chicken with the balsamic sauce in an airtight freezer container for up to 3 months. Thaw completely before reheating. Add fresh tomatoes and mozzarella when reheating for the best texture.
  • Reheat: Reheat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, or bake at 375°F for 20-30 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F. Add fresh tomato slices and mozzarella on top before reheating, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 607mg | Potassium: 626mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 770IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 170mg | Iron: 1mg

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