Caprese Chicken
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5.0
18 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
283 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Caprese Chicken
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Caprese Chicken is a one-pot chicken dinner that tastes like the height of summer no matter when you make it.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds, see note 1)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pint grape tomatoes halved (see note 2)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves torn (see note 3)
- 4 lices mozzarella cheese (see note 4)
Instructions
- Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper (I like 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper). In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until shimmering.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer and cook until golden brown on one side, about 6 minutes. Flip chicken, add water, and cover.
- Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees at the thickest part of a breast, about 4 to 5 minutes longer. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
- Add balsamic vinegar and garlic to skillet and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tomatoes have softened and opened, about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in basil and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Return chicken to skillet, nestling among tomatoes. Top with mozzarella cheese and cover until cheese is melted, about 30 seconds.
Notes
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: For weeknights, I swear by this quick-cooking chicken cut. Chicken breast tenderloins will save you another minute or two, if you prefer. Boneless chicken thighs also work well; just be sure to cook any of the above to 165 degrees in the thickest part of the meat.
- Grape tomatoes: Or cherry tomatoes; any small variety will do. Not only do these roast up quickly and burst in your mouth in the most delightful way, but they are also the best option year-round. Smaller tomatoes contain less water, which means you'll score more concentrated tomato flavor and less seedy, water-logged results.
- Fresh basil: Little can compare to the fresh, peppery flavor of basil straight from the herb garden. That said, you can swap in a pinch of dried basil if it's winter and you can't find fresh.
- Fresh mozzarella: With a saltier flavor than regular mozzarella and a lusciously creamy texture that truly makes this dish, you'll often find fresh mozzarella sold in a liquid brine with a base of whey or water.
- Yield: This Caprese Chicken recipe makes four dinner-sized servings of chicken and saucy tomatoes.
- Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1breast
Calories
283kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
32g
(64%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
95mg
(32%)
Sodium
319mg
(13%)
Potassium
747mg
(21%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
1264IU
(25%)
Vitamin C
18mg
(20%)
Calcium
170mg
(17%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 283 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1breast | |
| Calories | 283kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 319mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 747mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1264IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 170mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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18 reviews
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