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Italian Caprese Chicken Skillet

A flavorful Mediterranean-style skillet dish featuring seared chicken breasts topped with melted mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, and a balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves torn
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze

Equipment

  • Cast-iron skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden-brown and cooked through.
  5. Remove chicken from pan and let rest for 3 minutes.
  6. Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until softened.
  7. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it among the tomatoes.
  9. Top with mozzarella pearls and cover for 2 minutes until cheese is melted.
  10. Remove from heat, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and garnish with fresh basil.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Do not freeze as mozzarella texture will degrade.