Creamy Mozzarella Caprese Chicken Bake: Easy and Indulgent Dinner
A delightful and easy recipe featuring juicy chicken, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a baking dish, arrange the chicken breasts.
- Drizzle olive oil, and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Top chicken with mozzarella slices and cherry tomatoes.
- Pour balsamic vinegar over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- This dish is great served with a side salad.
- Feel free to use different types of cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Mozzarella Caprese Chicken Bake, Balsamic Drizzle, easy dinner