Easy Chicken Caprese
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5.0
33 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
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Calories
301 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American, Italian-American Fussion
Easy Chicken Caprese
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This chicken Caprese recipe comes together fast and is irresistible with tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, plenty of cheese, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
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Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 3 cups (packed) fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 2 medium tomatoes sliced
- 2 tablespoons torn fresh basil or more, to taste
- balsamic glaze to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400F and move the rack to the top third of the oven.
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you have 4 thinner pieces. Sprinkle both sides of each piece with the garlic powder and salt & pepper (be generous).
- Add the oil to an oven-proof skillet and let it heat up for a few minutes so it's nice and hot. Add the chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes/side or until it's golden but not quite cooked through (chicken will finish cooking in the oven). Transfer chicken to a plate.
- Add the chicken broth to the skillet and scrape up any brown bits. Add in the spinach and toss with the broth for about a minute or so (it'll start to wilt).
- Turn the heat off and add the chicken back into the pan, on top of the spinach.
- Top the chicken with the mozzarella.
- Place the skillet in the oven and cook for 5 minutes, then broil for a few minutes until the cheese has browned lightly (watch it carefully). If you don't want to broil, bake the chicken for 6-8 minutes or so, or until the cheese has melted and the chicken has cooked through. Take care not to overcook the chicken.
- Take the skillet out of the oven and top the chicken pieces with the tomato slices, basil, and drizzle the balsamic glaze on (I add about a teaspoon or so to each piece of chicken). Serve immediately with the spinach and pan juices. Season with extra salt & pepper as needed.
Notes
- If your chicken breasts are on the smaller side, keep them intact and use 4 of them. Cook time may need adjusting a bit. Chicken is safe to eat at 165F. Use an instant read thermometer for perfect chicken every time.
- If you don't have an oven-proof skillet, transfer the chicken to a baking dish just prior to putting it in the oven.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
301kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
32g
(64%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
94mg
(31%)
Sodium
382mg
(16%)
Potassium
730mg
(21%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
2898IU
(58%)
Vitamin C
17mg
(19%)
Calcium
178mg
(18%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 301 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 301kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 382mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 730mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2898IU | 58% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 178mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
33 reviews
Excellent
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