Best 5 Baked Caprese Chicken Recipes
Baked caprese chicken is a delicious dish that combines the flavors of fresh basil, juicy tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese with tender chicken. This simple yet elegant dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With minimal preparation and minimal ingredients, you can have a flavorful and satisfying meal that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
BAKED CAPRESE CHICKEN
This is a simple yet amazing Caprese chicken made with fresh basil, grape tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella. Serve with a side salad or a side of pasta.
Provided by Ms. Chef Esh
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Panasonic
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Pour 1/4 cup dressing into a small bowl.
- Arrange chicken breasts evenly in the center of a grill pan. Brush both sides of the chicken breasts with dressing; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour remaining 1/4 cup dressing into a mixing bowl. Add tomatoes and basil. Toss to coat evenly with the dressing.
- Spread the tomato mixture evenly around chicken in a single layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove pan from oven and top chicken with fresh mozzarella; return pan to oven.
- Continue baking until mozzarella cheese is golden brown and bubbly and chicken is fully cooked, about 10 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 111.7 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 35.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 674.5 mg, Sugar 9.8 g
SHEET PAN CAPRESE CHICKEN
Your dishwasher will thank you for this easy one-sheet weeknight dinner-- no prep bowls needed! Juicy roasted tomatoes and cheesy chicken breasts get a hint of brightness from fresh basil and a balsamic reduction.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of oil onto a rimmed baking sheet and use your fingers to evenly spread it out and coat the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle with the Italian seasoning, 1 tablespoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Scatter the cherry tomatoes on the baking sheet and shake it back and forth so they become evenly coated in the oil and seasoning. Arrange the chicken in the center of the baking sheet, pushing the tomatoes out to the perimeter, and drizzle the chicken with the remaining tablespoon of oil.
- Bake until the tomatoes are soft, blistered and begin to burst, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the vinegar to a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat to medium and simmer until the vinegar has reduced by half and is thick enough to coat back of the spoon, 7 to 8 minutes.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and drape a slice of mozzarella over each chicken breast. Bake until the cheese melts and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast has reached 160 degrees F, 5 to 7 minutes (the chicken will carryover cook to 165 F).
- Sprinkle the chicken and tomatoes with the basil and drizzle with the balsamic reduction. Spoon the collected pan juices over the tomatoes and chicken. Serve on a bed of arugula and with crusty bread to mop up the pan juices.
CAPRESE CHICKEN
I love caprese salad and I'm always trying to find new ways to make chicken dishes and eat a bit healthier. Plus the basil in my garden is growing out of control! Everyone who's made it raves about it and makes it again and again!
Provided by Dana Andreucci Johnson
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 4h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts, Italian salad dressing, Italian herb seasoning, and chicken seasoning into a resealable plastic bag, knead bag several times to coat chicken with marinade, and squeeze air from the bag. Seal and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours.
- Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
- Pour canola oil into a large cast-iron or ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Heat the oil until a small droplet of water pops in the oil. Remove chicken breasts from marinade and discard used marinade. Place chicken breasts into hot oil, fry for 2 minutes, and flip chicken.
- Place skillet into the preheated oven and bake until chicken is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear, about 12 minutes. Top each chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella cheese and a tomato slice.
- Return to oven and bake until cheese has melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer chicken breasts to a serving platter and top each with a basil leaf and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 582.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 132.3 mg, Fat 39.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 43.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 1278.9 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
ONE-PAN CAPRESE CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: asparagus, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, chicken breast, fresh mozzarella cheese, tomato, fresh basil, parchment paper
Provided by Tiffany Lo
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place asparagus into mixing bowl and thoroughly coat with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic.
- Tear off a sheet of parchment paper, large enough to fold into a packet.
- Place chicken breast on top and season with salt and pepper. Place mozzarella, tomato, and basil on top.
- Fold the edges of the parchment paper widthwise 2-3 times then twist the ends until fully closed.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 1 gram
CAPRESE CHICKEN
I love a Caprese salad of tomatoes, basil and cheese, so why not try a chicken caprese? You can grill this dish, but my family agrees it's juicier straight from the oven. -Dana Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large shallow dish, combine salad dressing, chicken seasoning and Italian seasoning. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 4-6 hours. Drain chicken, discarding marinade., Preheat oven to 450°. In an ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides. Transfer skillet to oven; bake 15-18 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°., Top chicken with cheese and tomato. Bake 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Drizzle with vinegar; top with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 34 g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139 mg cholesterol, Sodium 761 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5 g carbohydrate (4 g sugars, Fiber 1 g fiber), Protein 45 g protein.
Tips:
- To ensure the chicken breasts cook evenly, pound them to an even thickness before baking.
- For a crispy crust, coat the chicken breasts in a mixture of bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese before baking.
- To prevent the mozzarella cheese from becoming rubbery, shred it finely and add it to the chicken breasts just before baking.
- To add a pop of flavor, top the chicken breasts with a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.
- For a complete meal, serve the baked Caprese chicken with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Conclusion:
Baked Caprese chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of juicy chicken, fresh mozzarella, and tangy tomatoes is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even more flavorful and enjoyable. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner option, give baked Caprese chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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