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Caprese Chicken

A delicious and easy Caprese Chicken recipe perfect for a quick dinner.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Top with cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and garlic powder.
  5. Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Remove from oven, top with mozzarella slices, and return to oven for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 1.5mg

Keywords

Caprese, Chicken
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