Description
Caprese Chicken with Balsamic Glaze is a delicious and visually stunning dish that pairs tender chicken breasts with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and a tangy balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling)
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey (or maple syrup). Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until it has reduced by half and becomes thick and syrupy. Remove from heat.
- Place the cooked chicken breasts on a serving platter. Top each chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella and halved cherry tomatoes. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the chicken and sprinkle with chopped basil.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the chicken and garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Caprese Chicken with Balsamic Glaze.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat the chicken in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave. If reheating in the microwave, cover with a damp paper towel to prevent drying out.
- For a grilled version, grill the chicken breasts instead of pan-frying for added smoky flavor.
- To make this dish lower in carbs, skip the honey or syrup in the balsamic reduction or use a sugar substitute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-fry
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
