Easy Caprese Chicken (30-Minute Skillet Meal)
A quick and flavorful Italian-inspired dish featuring juicy chicken, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil pesto—all ready in just 30 minutes!
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Servings: 4
Calories: 233kcal
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 jar (6 oz.) basil pesto
- 4-6 slices fresh mozzarella (or 6 oz. shredded mozzarella)
- 8 small cocktail tomatoes, sliced
- Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
- Fresh basil, slivered
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Using a sharp knife, slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter melts, add the chicken and cook for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add Toppings: Spread 1–2 tablespoons of basil pesto over each chicken breast. Top with fresh mozzarella slices and tomato slices.
- Bake to Perfection: Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove from the oven and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 455mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1326IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 2mg