Description
Caprese Chicken Skillet is a delicious one-pan meal that combines juicy chicken breasts with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil for a delightful Italian-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
- Stir in the mozzarella balls and cook until they melt slightly.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh basil.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with a side of pasta or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Caprese Chicken Skillet, one-pan meal, Italian chicken recipe