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Balsamic Chicken with Tomatoes and Mozzarella

Delicious Balsamic Chicken with Tomatoes and Mozzarella

Enjoy this Balsamic Chicken with Tomatoes and Mozzarella for a delicious and easy weeknight dinner.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Balsamic Chicken, chicken recipes, Easy Dinner, low-fat meal, Mozzarella, one-pan meal
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

For the Balsamic Glaze

  • ¼ cup Balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be used as an alternative
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Can substitute with preferred dried herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Yellow mustard can be substituted

For the Toppings

  • 1 cup Grape tomatoes Cherry tomatoes can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Fresh mozzarella balls Shredded mozzarella may also be used
  • to taste Fresh basil Dried basil can be used in a pinch

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon of honey, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Halve about 1 cup of grape tomatoes and add them to another small bowl with 1 cup of fresh mozzarella balls and a handful of chopped fresh basil. Season with salt and pepper, gently tossing.
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F. In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and sear for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Transfer to a plate when done.
  • Pour the balsamic mixture over the seared chicken, scraping up the browned bits from the pan. Spread the tomato and mozzarella mixture over the chicken.
  • Place the skillet in the oven and bake uncovered for 18-23 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the mozzarella is bubbly.
  • Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with extra basil and balsamic glaze before serving.

Notes

This dish is great for make-ahead meals; simply prepare as directed, store in portions, and enjoy easy weeknight dinners without extra fuss.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 8mg