Balsamic Chicken Caprese

Name: Balsamic Chicken Caprese
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 tbsp. olive oil; 4 6-0z boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 1/2 lbs total); Kosher salt and pepper; 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar; 6 oz. fresh mozzarella, sliced; 1/4 c. basil leaves; 1 vine-ripe or heirloom tomato, sliced 1/4 in. thick

Try this five-ingredient feast.

By Kate MerkerPublished: Aug 8, 2023

1 Rating

mike garten

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Total Time:

30 mins

Cal/Serv:

376

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Here, balsamic-simmered chicken is roasted until juicy and topped with melty mozzarella, fresh basil and ripe heirloom tomatoes for guaranteed satisfaction in each bite. Opt for a high-quality vinegar for the best flavor.

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Ingredients

1 Tbsp.
olive oil
4
6-0z boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 1/2 lbs total)
Kosher salt and pepper
1/4 cup
balsamic vinegar
6 oz.
fresh mozzarella, sliced
1/4 cup
basil leaves
1
vine-ripe or heirloom tomato, sliced 1/4 in. thick

Directions

1. Step 1Heat oven to 400°F. Heat oil in large ovenproof skillet on medium-high. Season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook until deep golden brown on 1 side, 4 to 5 minutes.
2. Step 2Flip chicken and cook 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium, add balsamic vinegar and gently simmer until slightly thickened and syrupy, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer skillet to oven and roast 10 minutes.
3. Step 3Turn chicken to coat in vinegar, top with mozzarella and roast until chicken registers 165°F on instant-
  read thermometer and cheese begins to melt, about 2 minutes.
4. Step 4Serve topped with basil leaves and tomato and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle with any additional balsamic glaze from skillet if desired.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 376 calories, 17 g fat (7 g saturated), 155 mg cholesterol, 489 mg sodium, 6 g carbohydrate, 0 g fiber, 3 g sugar (0 g added sugar), 48 g protein

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