Description
A delightful dish featuring succulent chicken breasts stuffed with creamy mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic basil, creating a flavor-packed Italian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 chicken breasts
- 150g mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut a pocket into each chicken breast without slicing all the way through.
- Stuff the Chicken: Fill each pocket with mozzarella, basil, and tomato slices.
- Season the Outside: Sprinkle salt and pepper on the exterior.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Move the chicken to a baking dish.
- Bake: Cook in the oven for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: Rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead magic: Prep the chicken ahead to allow flavors to meld. Experiment with different cheeses or add olives for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Caprese, Chicken, Stuffed Chicken, Italian, Easy Dinner