Description
A delicious Italian-inspired dish featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with vibrant tomatoes and creamy mozzarella, perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare a baking dish by drizzling a tablespoon of olive oil on the bottom.
- Place the chicken breasts in the dish and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Layer the halved cherry tomatoes and mozzarella slices on top of the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs a few hours before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg