How to Make Baked Caprese Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baked Caprese Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, creamy mozzarella, and tender chicken. This Italian-inspired recipe is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion, as it is both hearty and full of vibrant flavors.

Caprese, a classic Italian salad, consists of thick slices of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil. This recipe takes those same delicious ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup oil and vinegar dressing, divided
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 bunch fresh basil, thinly sliced
  • 1 (8 ounce) package fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Pour 1/4 cup dressing into a small bowl.
  • Arrange chicken breasts evenly in the center of a grill pan. Brush both sides of the chicken breasts with dressing; season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour remaining 1/4 cup dressing into a mixing bowl. Add tomatoes and basil. Toss to coat evenly with the dressing.
  • Spread the tomato mixture evenly around chicken in a single layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove pan from oven and top chicken with fresh mozzarella; return pan to oven.
  • Continue baking until mozzarella cheese is golden brown and bubbly and chicken is fully cooked, about 10 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    350 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 112mg
    • Sodium: 675mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 377mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 446mg