Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Caprese Chicken Bake featuring juicy chicken breasts, fresh cherry tomatoes, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, perfect for a delicious dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, place the chicken breasts and drizzle with olive oil.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Top the chicken with halved cherry tomatoes and slices of mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in balsamic vinegar for 30 minutes before baking.
- Serve with a side of pasta or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg