Caprese Chicken
Caprese Chicken is a fast, fresh dinner that combines juicy chicken breasts with vibrant tomatoes, fragrant basil, and melty mozzarella, making it perfect for busy weeknights and entertaining.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 800 g chicken breasts Can be butterflied for quicker cooking
- 4 tsp salt Season both sides
- 2 tsp pepper Season both sides
- 1 tbsp olive oil For searing
For the Sauce
- 1 tbsp butter To sauté garlic
- 4 cloves garlic Minced
- 200 g cherry tomatoes Halved
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar To balance sauce
For Topping
- 240 g mozzarella Sliced for melting
- 40 g fresh basil Plus additional for garnish
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil For drizzling at the end
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Searing
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Making the Sauce
- Lower the heat, add butter, minced garlic, and halved cherry tomatoes, and cook for 3-5 minutes until softened.
- Add balsamic vinegar and sugar, reducing for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Final Steps
- Return chicken to the pan, top with sliced mozzarella and fresh basil leaves, cover for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish the dish with sauce spooned over chicken, fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
Caprese Chicken can be adapted for dietary preferences; use skin-on chicken thighs for a low-carb option or replace mozzarella with dairy-free alternatives.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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