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Caprese Chicken

A simple and delicious Caprese Chicken recipe that combines the flavors of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil with juicy chicken breasts.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Cheese sliced
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Top with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella slices, and chopped basil.
  5. Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 900IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Caprese Chicken, Chicken, Italian
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