5.0 from 6 votes
Balsamic Chicken Caprese
You're going to love this Italian Chicken Caprese recipe! Perfectly flavorful and juicy chicken is paired with fresh mozzarella slices, tangy balsamic vinegar, and fresh tomatoes for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Marinating Time
30 mins
Total Time
47 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 322 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine:
Italian , American
Ingredients
Dressing/Marinade
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2-3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- kosher salt to taste
- Kosher pepper to taste
Chicken
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts large, (around 8 oz each), cut in half lengthwise
- 4 lices mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups Cherry or grape tomatoes quartered
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
Instructions
- Add all the dressing/marinade ingredients to a small jar and shake vigorously to emulsify.
- Place the chicken in a shallow dish and pour over half of the balsamic marinade. Reserve the remaining half untouched to use later.
- Toss the chicken into the marinade to completely coat.
- Allow the chicken to marinate for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for around 10-12 minutes, flipping halftime. A meat thermometer inserted into the center of each breast should read 165F when the chicken is cooked through.
- Once the chicken is done cooking, top with mozzarella slices.
- Drizzle with the remaining untouched dressing and allow it to bubble for a few minutes, until the sauce reduces and the cheese is melted.
- Take off the heat and top with tomatoes and fresh basil.
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Notes
- Serving size: one chicken breast
- Make sure the chicken is cooked to 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Additionally, you can use a meat thermometer.
- Alternatively, maple syrup can be used in place of honey.
- Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Feel free to use boneless chicken thighs.
- Substitute tofu for the chicken for a vegetarian option.
- Either grapeseed, avocado, or olive oil will work for this chicken Caprese.
- The chicken can be marinated in the refrigerator overnight.
Nutrition Information
Calories
322kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
28g
(9%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
59mg
(20%)
Sodium
260mg
(11%)
Potassium
460mg
(13%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
24g
(48%)
Vitamin A
665IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
19mg
(21%)
Calcium
181mg
(18%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 322
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 322kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 260mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 460mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 665IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 181mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.