Description
A delicious twist on chicken featuring fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully slice each chicken breast to create a pocket.
- Mix mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, balsamic glaze, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the mixture, ensuring they are well-filled.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, sear the stuffed chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
- Serve warm, drizzled with any leftover balsamic glaze, and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, let the stuffed chicken rest in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg