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chicken caprese with melted mozzarella, sliced red tomatoes, fresh basil, and balsamic drizzle on a white plate, on a sunny table, wide horizontal shot, natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Italian Chicken Caprese

Seared chicken with mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 oz fresh mozzarella sliced
  • 2 tomatoes sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil torn
  • 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt and Italian herbs.
  2. Sear in olive oil over medium-high, 5-6 minutes per side, until cooked through.
  3. Top each piece with sliced tomato and mozzarella, cover, and let the cheese melt, about 2 minutes.
  4. Scatter with fresh basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  5. Portion into containers once slightly cooled.

Notes

Add the fresh basil and a fresh balsamic drizzle the day you eat for the best look.