Chicken Caprese

My family cannot resist this chicken Caprese recipe. It features juicy, seasoned, cheesy chicken breasts simmered in the most incredible balsamic reduction. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Cook Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 281kcal

Author Arman Liew

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts boneless and skinless
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cloves garlic minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
2 tablespoons basil sliced
4 slices mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Heat oil over medium-high heat in a cooking pan and cook the chicken until golden. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Add the balsamic vinegar to the pan, along with the sugar and garlic, and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook them for 5 minutes then add the basil and cook for another minute.
Return the chicken to the pan and top it with mozzarella slices. Cover the pan with a lid and cook until the cheese melts over the chicken.
Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken and serve with some fresh basil leaves.

Video

Notes

TO STORE: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

TO FREEZE: Let the chicken cool completely, place it in a freezer-safe container, and freeze for 3 months.

TO REHEAT: Reheat the chicken in the oven at 325F for 10-12 minutes or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warm.

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