Description
This Chicken Caprese Skillet recipe is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken breasts with sweet balsamic reduction, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella. It’s a perfect meal for a busy weeknight or a casual dinner gathering.
Ingredients
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For the Balsamic Reduction:
- 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (divided)
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon honey (divided)
For the Chicken:
- 4 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 24 oz)
- 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (divided)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided)
For the Skillet:
- 1 small red onion, diced (about 1 cup)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 4 teaspoons)
- 4 cups sliced tomatoes (halved cherry or grape tomatoes or 1/2-inch-diced peak-season plum or other garden tomatoes)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 ounces part-skim mozzarella pearls or block-style part-skim mozzarella cheese cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Balsamic Reduction: In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon honey. Simmer over medium-low heat until thickened, about 15 minutes. Set aside.
- Prepare Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper. Cook in oil until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make Skillet: Cook onion, garlic, and tomatoes with seasonings. Return chicken to pan, add mozzarella, cover, and let melt. Drizzle with balsamic reduction and basil before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to use peak-season tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness of the balsamic reduction to your taste preference.
- Feel free to customize with additional herbs or toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
