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Easy Caprese Chicken

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 large tomatoes sliced
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Season the chicken and drizzle with olive oil, then arrange in a baking dish.
  3. Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165 degrees F on a thermometer.
  4. Top with sliced tomato and fresh mozzarella and return to the oven until the cheese melts.
  5. Finish with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

Notes

Caprese is simply tomato, mozzarella, basil and balsamic. Check doneness with a thermometer rather than trusting the clock. Fresh mozzarella melts more slowly and adds moisture. Balsamic glaze is thicker and sweeter than balsamic vinegar and store-bought saves time.