Chicken Caprese Recipe | Happy Healthy Eating

This juicy roast Chicken Caprese Drizzled with balsamic, it's a delicious treat you're sure to love!Every bite is packed with fresh basil, melted mozzarella cheese, and sweet roasted tomatoes for a mouth-watering chicken dinner you'll never regret

Why You’ll Love This Chicken Caprese Recipe

This hearty Chicken Caprese is so delicious you'll never want to eat a regular chicken dinner again!

• effortless. Most of the cooking happens in the oven, so you don't have to do as much.
• Italian flavour. Melted mozzarella, balsamic, and juicy cherry tomatoes pop up in every bite.
• healthy. Limiting your intake at home can help you avoid the excess sodium and sugar found in store-bought sauces.
• Clean it up a bit. Since you only need a skillet to put this recipe together, there's virtually no cleanup required.

what do you need

Cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella give this chicken caprese an Italian twist. Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact quantities.

for chicken

• chicken – Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are easiest to work with.
• salt and pepper – Kosher salt and fresh black pepper are best.
• Avocado oil – Feel free to use olive or coconut oil.
• Cherry Tomatoes – Avoid regular tomatoes as they have too much flesh.
• basil – Parsley also works.
• cheese – It needs to be fresh mozzarella.

in order to reduce

• Balsamic Vinegar – There is no exchange for this.
• Dijon Mustard – Stoneground mustard is a good substitute, but avoid American yellow mustard.
• Honey – Agave nectar can be substituted.
• Olive oil – Feel free to use avocado oil.
• garlic – Fresh garlic and minced garlic are best.
• salt and pepper – Add them to taste.

How to Make Chicken Caprese with Balsamic Vinegar Reduction

You'll love how you can do other things with this easy chicken dinner baked in the oven with a rich balsamic dressing. Scroll to the bottom of the post to see the full recipe card.

• Make the balsamic vinegar sauce. Preheat oven to 400F. Stir sauce in bowl until smooth. Set aside 2 tablespoons for later.
• Cook the chicken. Season chicken on all sides with salt and pepper. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add avocado oil and chicken. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side.

• Add sauce. Stir 1 cup cherry tomatoes into skillet. Pour balsamic vinegar over top (do not add reserved sauce).
• Bake it. Transfer skillet to oven and bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
• Let it melt. Remove chicken from oven. Top each piece with mozzarella cheese. Return it to the oven until melted.
• Serve. Cut remaining tomatoes in half. Remove chicken from heat. Garnish with tomatoes, basil and reserved sauce. Serve and enjoy!

Tips for success

From just making dinner on the stove to turning up the heat, this easy chicken caprese will be your go-to dinner no matter what.

• Go to the store and buy it. If you're in a hurry, you can save time by using store-bought balm reducer.
• Add vegetables. Stir 1 cup sliced ​​mushrooms into skillet with cherry tomatoes. Bake as usual. They will release the moisture in the oven and help keep the chicken juicy.
• Use a meat thermometer. After baking, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of each chicken breast. Make sure it reads 165F or it will be undercooked.
• Make it spicy. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to taste. Chili oil also works.
• Flatten it. To ensure even cooking, wrap each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound chicken until uniform thickness (between 3/4-1 inch thick).
• Use leftovers. You wouldn't use an oven for this. Pour sauce into a small pot and cook over medium heat until thickened. Set it aside. Sauté cherry tomatoes in avocado oil in a large skillet.put a piece of mine Garlic Herb Roasted Turkey Add mozzarella cheese to skillet. Cover the pot and heat until warm and melted. Serve with the sauce poured over it.

Food recommendations

This juicy chicken caprese is a great main course for dinner. Complete the meal with a vegetable side dish, soup or pasta.i love it and mine Arugula Salad or Classic Wedge Salad.mine Asparagus with Lemon Peel Also great.For soup options, try my Tuscan White Bean Soup.don't forget my side Pesto Pasta with Roasted Vegetables.

How to store and reheat leftovers

The melted mozzarella cheese and sweet tomatoes make this dish not freezer-friendly, but you can definitely make it ahead of time.

• refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Keep it away from direct heat and sunlight.
• To reheat: Microwave for one minute or until hot. You can also heat it in a pan over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side.

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