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Few things are as refreshing as the flavors of good caprese... except the satisfaction of knowing you won't really have to do any dishes after! One-Pan Chicken Caprese combines the juicy tomato and the melty, creamy mozzarella with savory chicken and of course, the deep tang of balsamic sauce for a balanced flavor that invokes sunny days on the Mediterranean. A hint of basil adds fragrance and charm to every bite as well! One-Pan Chicken Caprese has everything to make you happy and then some!
Ingredients
- For the sauce:
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- For the caprese:
- 8 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- For the chicken:
- 2 tablespoons high-heat oil
- 2 pounds chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, and pounded to an even thickness
- kosher salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
Directions
Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 2 -In a bowl whisk together the balsamic vinegar, the honey, 2 tablespoons of the oil, the garlic, the Italian seasoning, and the Dijon mustard.
Step 3 -Season the mixture with the salt and the pepper.
Step 4 -In a separate bowl, toss the tomatoes, the mozzarella, and the basil and season with the salt and the pepper.
Step 5 -Heat the remaining oil in a large, oven-safe skillet.
Step 6 -Season the chicken with the salt and the pepper.
Step 7 -When the pan is hot and the oil is shimmering, add the chicken in a single layer and cook until lightly golden-brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
Step 8 -Add the balsamic sauce mixture to the chicken and let it come to a simmer.
Step 9 -Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Step 10 -Immediately remove the pan from the heat and add the caprese over the chicken.
Step 11 -Bake until the chicken is fully cooked through at 165 degrees F internally, about 18-23 minutes.
Step 12 -Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Step 13 -Serve.