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One-Pan Chicken Caprese

One-Pan Chicken Caprese

This One-Pan Chicken Caprese is a delightful blend of juicy chicken, fresh tomatoes, and melty mozzarella, perfect for a quick and impressive meal.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Homestyle Dinners
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Caprese, chicken, dinner, easy recipes, One-Pan Chicken Caprese, skillet meal
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly cracked is ideal

For the Vegetables

  • 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced

For the Toppings

  • 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella balls creamy and gooey
  • 1 cup Fresh basil leaves

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil extra-virgin preferred

Instructions

How to Make One-Pan Chicken Caprese

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook in the skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes to the skillet, stirring gently.
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh mozzarella balls and basil leaves.
  • Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

For added sweetness, drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 600IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 2mg
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