Description
A tender chicken breast stuffed with creamy mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze for a delightful twist on a classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 8–10 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the mozzarella, tomato, basil, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic in a mixing bowl.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast.
- Stuff the pockets with the mozzarella mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil over each chicken breast and season with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Sear the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve warm with extra balsamic glaze if desired.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the stuffed chicken a few hours in advance and refrigerate. Allow extra baking time if chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, caprese, italian, mozzarella, basil, easy dinner, stuffed chicken