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Oven Baked 5 Ingredient Caprese Chicken

A simple and delicious dish featuring tender chicken topped with mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds thin cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1.5 cups thick cut fresh mozzarella slices
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 0.25 cup prepared balsamic glaze
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves torn

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Lay the chicken breasts on the baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place mozzarella slices on top of the chicken, scatter tomatoes around, and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C) and the mozzarella is melted.
  2. Let rest for 5 minutes, then scatter torn basil leaves over the top before serving.

Notes

Serve hot with pasta, fresh salad, or crusty bread. Optionally drizzle with extra balsamic glaze.