Description
Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, topped with gooey melted mozzarella. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, ensuring a memorable culinary experience with every bite. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the baking dish and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake the marinated chicken for 25-30 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- In the last five minutes of baking, sprinkle fresh mozzarella cheese on top and return to the oven until melted and bubbly.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil and drizzle with leftover balsamic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 115mg