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Caprese Chicken Delight

Enjoy a taste of summer with this savory Caprese Chicken Delight, featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil, all drizzled with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze.
4
30 min
TOTAL TIME
542
CALORIES
$4.30
PER SERVING
Caprese Chicken Delight
Ingredients
9 INGREDIENTS
4 SERVINGS
Olive Oil
1 tbsp olive oil
Brown Sugar
3 tbsp brown sugar
Salt
1/4 tsp salt
Balsamic Vinegar
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
4 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts
Plum Tomatoes
3 whole plum tomatoes
thinly sliced
Fresh Basil
1/2 cup fresh basil
Buffalo Mozzarella
8 oz buffalo mozzarella
thinly sliced
Black Pepper
1/4 tsp black pepper
Directions
9 STEPS
5 min
PREP TIME
25 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2
In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar. Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes or until the mixture thickens and turns into a glaze. Set aside.
3
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, then season with salt and black pepper.
4
Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5
Bake the chicken breasts for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
6
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
7
Using a sharp knife, cut wide, deep slits into each chicken breast.
8
Stuff each slit with a slice of plum tomato, a slice of buffalo mozzarella, and a basil leaf.
9
Drizzle the chicken with the prepared balsamic glaze and serve hot.
Health Info
Macros
18g
CARBS
29g
FAT
48g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
Contains these allergens
MILK
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I avoid overcooking my chicken?
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What type of tomatoes should I use?
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