Dinner's on the table in 15 minutes with an easy recipe for a Balsamic Chicken Caprese Skillet. Full of ripe juicy tomatoes, creamy melted Mozzarella cheese and a rich balsamic glaze, this takes chicken to a whole 'nother level!
In my mind, this recipe for Caprese Chicken is a total win in the weeknight meal department. I mean, who doesn't love something that can go from fridge to table in under 20 minutes?
Balsamic chicken with tomatoes and mozzarella is just what you need, friend!
But don't let the easy nature of this recipe fool you. If you're trying to impress your spouse, family, neighbor...anyone!...this simple recipe is worth trying.
I love stuffed balsamic chicken, too but easy chicken dishes are the first place my mind goes when our busy season hits!
As school is back in session and harvest quickly approaches, I'm thinking about Greek Chicken Salad, Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken and a Chicken Parmesan Skillet. These dishes are all no-fuss, easy to make meals I rotate between.
With this year's addition of a garden, I have more tomatoes than I could ever want, just steps outside our patio. We've eaten our fair share of chicken caprese salad and we needed to mix things up.
So naturally, caprese chicken is a perfect fit - juicy tomatoes, tender chicken, fresh mozzarella, basil and balsamic vinaigrette. It's basically a protein packed version of these tortellini caprese salad cups!
I also like that this recipe has just a few ingredients but a ton of flavor.
How to make my Chicken Caprese recipe
Jimmy Johns has subs so fast you'll freak, and I have 15 minute Caprese Chicken.
It really comes together that fast. In fact, you probably have all the ingredients you'll need in your kitchen.
I'll cover substitutions in just a sec. But first...
Heat your skillet, season your chicken and you'll be on your way.
Season your chicken with a little olive oil, which will help the seasoning stick and keep your chicken from sticking in the pan. Add a sprinkle of Italian seasoning, garlic powder, a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Ingredients for Balsamic Glazed Caprese Chicken
Balsamic Glaze
You may have seen balsamic glaze in the grocery store. It is pricey, friends and you don't need it.
Really, trust me.
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Making our own version is going to be a quick, inexpensive and you already have the balsamic vinegar, so let's go with it.
If you don't have balsamic vinegar you can find it by the other vinegars in the grocery store. Also, check out my recommendations for pantry basics.
If you take a whiff of straight up vinegar of any kind, it's not that great smelling. Combining a teeny bit of sweetener and cooking it down will concentrate the flavor and make it a delicious addition to your chicken.
Chicken Breasts
In order to keep the chicken moist and tender, use thin boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken cutlets relatively the same size.
You can also butterfly them or pound your chicken breasts. From an ease standpoint, I'll be honest and say the last thing I want to do at the end of the day is worry about pounding chicken breasts! So I try to start with what I need.
Boneless skinless chicken thighs in this recipe are another option you may enjoy!
Tomatoes
Use whatever tomatoes you have on hand! Tomatoes from your garden are great in the summer and early fall months. Grape and cherry tomatoes can be found all year round.
Mozzarella
This recipe calls for fresh mozzarella cheese, which is sold in a ball in the specialty cheese section. You could also use min mozzarella, sometimes called "Bocconcini" or "pearls". It won't get super melty like some other cheeses.Too fancy? Use some shredded or sliced mozzarella. Do whatever works for you and your family!
Basil
You really, really, REALLY want to use fresh basil in this recipe. It makes a world of difference on the taste! And I don't say things are a "must have" that often in my recipes.
Let me know what you think of my glazed caprese chicken with a review below!
Other Awesome Chicken Recipes:
- Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Bake
- Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
- Chicken Parmesan Skillet
- Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken
- Baked Chicken and Peppers Casserole
15 Minute Caprese Chicken with Mozzarella and Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 4 thin boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- a sprinkle of salt and black pepper
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoon pure maple syrup
- 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
- ½ small red onion finely diced
- 8 oz fresh Mozzarella sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves thinly sliced
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Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper on both sides and add to the hot skillet. Cook until the chicken is cooked through, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- (If you use a meat thermometer, check for a temp of 165° F.
- While the chicken is cooking, combine balsamic vinegar and maple syrup (the real stuff!) in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until the mixture thickens and is reduced by half, stirring frequently. It will take about 5-6 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, combine grape tomatoes, red onion, fresh Mozzarella, and basil. Season with a sprinkle of salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- When chicken is done cooking, turn off heat and move the skillet off of the burner. Top each chicken breast with the tomato and mozzarella mixture and cover for a couple minutes or just until the tomatoes are warmed through.
- To serve, transfer the chicken to a serving platter or individual plates. Top each piece of chicken with the tomato mixture and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Notes
Nutrition
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