Caprese stuffed chicken breasts

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4.6

26 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    236 kcal

  • Course

    Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American

Caprese stuffed chicken breasts

Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with mozzarella, sundried tomatoes and fresh basil. Delicious served with pasta or on its own for a perfect dinner. 

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 large chicken breast skinless and boneless
  • 1-2 cups mozzarella cheese grated
  • ½ cup sundried tomatoes finely chopped
  • 4 large basil leaves
  • 2 tsp italian herb blend dried
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  1. Pre-heat the oven to 200ºC / 390ºF. 
  2. Place the chicken on a chopping board and with a sharp knife, carefully slice into the side of the chicken breast, creating a deep pocket for the stuffing. 
  3. Place a few tablespoons of shredded/grated mozzarella, sundried tomatoes and a basil leaf in each chicken breast. Secure the opening with toothpicks. 
  4. Season generously with salt, pepper and Italian herbs. 
  5. Add a few tablespoons of olive oil to a large oven-proof frying pan or skillet and heat over medium-high heat. 
  6. Add the chicken breasts and brown on both sides then pour the Balsamic vinegar over the chicken. Place in the oven and allow to cook for 15 minutes or until cooked through. 
  7. Remove from the pan and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 236kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 90mg (30%) Sodium 339mg (14%) Potassium 913mg (19%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 310IU (6%) Vitamin C 6.8mg (8%) Calcium 242mg (24%) Iron 1.7mg (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 236 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 236kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 90mg 30%
Sodium 339mg 14%
Potassium 913mg 19%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 310IU 6%
Vitamin C 6.8mg 8%
Calcium 242mg 24%
Iron 1.7mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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