THE BEST Caprese Chicken Recipe
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4.7
861 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
232 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
THE BEST Caprese Chicken Recipe
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This quick and easy caprese chicken recipe comes together in just 30 minutes with the help of store-bought pesto and balsamic glaze.
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Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts , skinless and boneless
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 6 oz. jar DeLallo Traditional Basil Simply Pesto
- 4-6 slices fresh mozzarella or 6 ounces grated mozzarella cheese
- 8 cocktail or small tomatoes , sliced
- DeLallo Balsamic Glaze
- fresh basil , slivered
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400° F.
- Use a thin, sharp knife to slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Season both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat with the olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted into the olive oil, add the chicken breasts to the pan, being careful not to crowd. Cook on each side until lightly browned and easily released from the pan, about 3-4 minutes each.
- Slather the tops of each chicken breast with the basil pesto, about 1-2 tablespoons per chicken breast. Top each chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella and a few slices of tomato.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Notes
- Leftover chicken can be refrigerated for up to 5 days, noting that the basil will oxidize and wilt over time.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
232kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
18g
(36%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Cholesterol
84mg
(28%)
Sodium
262mg
(11%)
Potassium
454mg
(13%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1325IU
(27%)
Vitamin C
17mg
(19%)
Calcium
161mg
(16%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 232 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 232kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 84mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 262mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 454mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1325IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 161mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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