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Caprese Chicken Bake

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz each, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 4 oz fresh mozzarella sliced or torn
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F; line a sheet pan with parchment.
  2. Place chicken on pan with tomatoes around it. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bake 18 minutes; remove pan and top chicken with mozzarella.
  4. Bake 5-7 more minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and cheese melts.
  5. Drizzle with balsamic glaze; top with basil and serve.