Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
– 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
– 1 cup fresh basil leaves
– 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Ready to create this delicious Baked Caprese Chicken? Follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Add Tomatoes: Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken on the baking sheet.
4. Bake Chicken: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
5. Add Mozzarella: After 20 minutes, remove the chicken from the oven. Top each breast with slices of mozzarella cheese and drizzle balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes and cheese.
6. Return to Oven: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through, and the cheese is melted.
7. Top with Basil: Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the top. Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating an extraordinary meal effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 32g