Taste the explosion of flavors in this caprese stuffed chicken breast with balsamic reduction. The harmonious blend of juicy chicken, creamy cheese filling, sweet tomatoes, and tangy balsamic vinegar is sure to tantalize your palate. Induldge in the perfect balance of flavors that will turn an ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience. Let's dive into the delectable ingredients and simple steps to create this irresistible dish that will leave you craving for more.
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CAPRESE-STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION
This impressive stuffed chicken breast dish is easy to put together and so impressive! Perfect for any meal whether for family or company!
Provided by SunnyDaysNora
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 5h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix olive oil, garlic, onion powder, black pepper, and sea salt together in a bowl. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour marinade on top. Refrigerate at least 4 hours.
- Heat balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan to a slow boil. Allow to boil for 15 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. Cook until vinegar has reduced to half the original volume. Allow balsamic reduction to cool completely.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place 1/4 cup basil leaves, 2 ounces mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 a tomato on each piece of chicken. Roll chicken up and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add stuffed chicken breasts to skillet and sear on all sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Allow stuffed chicken breasts to rest 5 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic reduction before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 103 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 636 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
CAPRESE STUFFED BALSAMIC CHICKEN
Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken is a twist on Caprese, filled with both fresh AND Sun Dried Tomatoes for a flavour packed chicken!
Provided by Karina - Cafe Delites
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 180°C | 350°F. Cut a pocket about 3/4 quarter of the way through on the thickest side of each breast, being careful not to cut all the way.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Pour 1 teaspoon of sun dried tomato oil over each breast, rubbing some of the seasoning inside the pockets.
- Fill each with 2 slices fresh tomato, 2 teaspoons sun dried tomato strips, one slice mozzarella cheese and basil leaves.
- Seal with 3-4 toothpicks diagonally to keep the filling inside while cooking.
- Heat 2 teaspoons of sun dried tomato oil (or olive oil) in a skillet or non stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and fry for 2 minutes on each side until golden.
- While the chicken is cooking, mix together the garlic, balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a small jug. Pour the mixture into the pan around the chicken; bring to a simmer while stirring occasionally, until the glaze has slightly thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
- Transfer pan to the preheated oven and continue to cook for a further 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese has melted.
- Remove toothpicks and drizzle with pan juices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 158 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CAPRESE-STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION
This impressive stuffed chicken breast dish is easy to put together and so impressive! Perfect for any meal whether for family or company!
Provided by SunnyDaysNora
Categories Chicken Breasts
Time 5h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix olive oil, garlic, onion powder, black pepper, and sea salt together in a bowl. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour marinade on top. Refrigerate at least 4 hours.
- Heat balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan to a slow boil. Allow to boil for 15 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. Cook until vinegar has reduced to half the original volume. Allow balsamic reduction to cool completely.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place 1/4 cup basil leaves, 2 ounces mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 a tomato on each piece of chicken. Roll chicken up and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add stuffed chicken breasts to skillet and sear on all sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Allow stuffed chicken breasts to rest 5 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic reduction before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 103 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 636 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
Tips:
- To ensure the chicken breasts are cooked evenly, pound them to an even thickness before stuffing and baking.
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes and mozzarella cheese for the best flavor.
- If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute red wine vinegar or white wine vinegar.
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken, or it will become dry and tough.
- Serve the chicken immediately, garnished with fresh basil.
Conclusion:
Caprese stuffed chicken breast with balsamic reduction is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of juicy chicken, fresh tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. The balsamic reduction adds a touch of sweetness and acidity that complements the other flavors in the dish perfectly. This recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen!
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