Chicken Caprese Recipe
The Chicken Caprese Recipe is a fresh, flavorful, and easy dinner that combines juicy chicken breasts, ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and fragrant basil.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large tomatoes sliced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh parsley
- Extra basil leaves
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Cracked black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
Prepare The Chicken
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels for even browning.
Season The Chicken
- Rub both sides with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and black pepper.
Heat The Skillet
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
Cook The Chicken
- Cook the chicken for about six to seven minutes on each side until golden and fully cooked.
Check The Temperature
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
Add The Mozzarella
- Place mozzarella slices over each chicken breast while still in the skillet.
Cover The Pan
- Cover the skillet for two minutes until the cheese melts.
Add The Tomatoes
- Top each chicken breast with fresh tomato slices.
Add Fresh Basil
- Arrange fresh basil leaves over the tomatoes.
Drizzle The Glaze
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over each chicken breast.
Rest Briefly
- Allow the chicken to rest for three minutes before serving.
Serve And Enjoy
- Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with extra basil and Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella for the best flavor.
- Do not overcook the chicken.
- Let the chicken rest before serving.
- Grill the chicken for a smoky flavor.
- Add sliced avocado for extra creaminess.
- Use cherry tomatoes instead of large tomatoes.
- Finish with fresh cracked black pepper.