Description
Caprese Stuffed Chicken Breasts are a delicious and elegant dinner option, featuring juicy chicken breasts filled with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff with the mozzarella mixture.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs before stuffing.
- Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Caprese Stuffed Chicken, Chicken Recipes, Italian Dinner, Easy Dinner Ideas