Description
Chicken Caprese Bake is a delightful one-dish meal that brings the flavors of Italy right to your kitchen. Juicy chicken breasts are topped with creamy mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil, all drizzled with balsamic glaze for a perfect finish. This easy-to-make dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor, making it ideal for family dinners or special gatherings. In just about 30 minutes, you can impress your guests and treat your taste buds to an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; place chicken breasts inside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Scatter halved cherry tomatoes around chicken; top each breast with mozzarella slices.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and cheese is bubbly.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of Chicken Caprese Bake (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg