Caprese Chicken Bake
A savory and nostalgic dish that combines tender chicken breasts, gooey mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil, capturing the essence of summer in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the chicken by pounding it to an even thickness and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Start assembling the dish in a large baking dish by drizzling olive oil and placing the chicken.
- Layer on the halved cherry tomatoes and then the fresh basil leaves and mozzarella.
- Pop the baking dish into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the dish after baking.
- Serve and enjoy with your favorite sides.
Notes
Great served with garlic bread or a fresh salad. Can also be made in advance and baked when ready.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, bake, Caprese, Italian, summer dish, easy recipe
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