This caprese stuffed chicken breast is a delicious dinner recipe that requires minimal ingredients and is more hands off than not. Made with fresh tomatoes, basil, mozzarella cheese, and drizzled with balsamic glaze.
I think it is safe to say we are in tomato season. My garden is full of them. I have more than I know what to do with. As I pull them off of the vine while they are a bit yellow, I line them up on my windowsill to finish getting ripe. I need some longer windowsills to say the least. I am constantly thinking of ways to use up the bountiful amount. Anyone else in the same boat?
With all that thinking of how to use the lineup of these tomatoes, I thought of caprese stuffed chicken. Caprese in general, whether that is on kabob sticks or beautifully arranged on a plate, is so refreshing. Especially because there are so many fresh ingredients involved like tomatoes and basil. Unfortunately, caprese can’t be eaten as a meal. Although, put it in a protein, and it makes a lovely dinner.
In the summer, being in the kitchen for long periods of time is the last thing we want to do. It is already so warm out, we don’t need to be standing over a hot stove. This caprese stuffed chicken requires minimal effort which also means minimal time. This recipe will ensure that your family gets a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Why You Will Love This Caprese Stuffed Chicken Breast
- One Pan Meal – Isn’t that just music to your ears? I know it is mine. This caprese stuffed chicken breast is made all in one pan which helps with the minimal effort and time.
- Simple – And there is more music to our ears. This dinner is one of those recipes that is so elegant looking, like you would have spent so much time making it. But in reality, it is so simple.
- Fresh – This recipe is made with ingredients that you can get fresh this time of year. With juicy tomatoes and zingy basil. That makes this all the more amazing.
- Flavorful – With the juicy tomatoes, melty mozzarella, zing of basil and drizzle of balsamic glaze, this recipe will be added to your weekly meal rotation.
Best Side Dishes for Caprese Stuffed Chicken Breast
- Warm Homemade Bread – You can never go wrong with a good dinner roll, or an easy no knead bread.
- Roasted Potatoes – Roasted potatoes are a favorite around here. When seasoned with lots of herbs and garlic, they made a great side dish.
- Roasted Broccoli – Another favorite around here is roasted broccoli. But there is a way to do it to make it extra delicious. Try out this recipe!
- Summer Salad – If you are in need of an appetizer, this peach and goat cheese summer salad would be a lovely starter to the caprese stuffed chicken breast. This salad is also seasonal and fresh.
Ingredients
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast
Fresh Tomatoes
Sliced Mozzarella Cheese
Balsamic Glaze
Fresh Basil
Salt & Pepper
Dried Oregano
Olive Oil
Tools You Will Need
Toothpicks
Sharp Knife/serrated knife
Cutting Board
Cast Iron/Oven safe frying pan
How to Make Caprese Stuffed Chicken Breast Step-by-Step
To start, take your boneless, skinless chicken breast and cut a slit long ways down the side. Taking the cut into the chicken but not the whole way that you cut the chicken breast in half. This will create a pocket to stuff our caprese ingredients into.
Second, season the chicken on both sides thoroughly with salt and pepper and dried oregano.
Into the pocket that was cut earlier, add the sliced tomato, sliced mozzarella, a leaf of basil, and secure together with toothpicks. As many as needed.
Put olive or avocado oil in the bottom of a cast iron or oven safe frying pan, sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown. If you don’t have an oven safe frying pan, then transfer over to a baking dish. Then, transfer over to the oven to finish cooking.
Once finished baking, finish with a drizzle of balsamic glace and some chopped basil.
Enjoy with desired sides!
Baked Caprese Chicken
This caprese baked chicken is a summer staple meal. Full of fresh tomatoes, sliced mozzarella, fresh basil, and drizzle with a bit of balsamic glace. This recipe will get you in and out of the kitchen quickly while ensuring a delicious meal!
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 large tomato, sliced thinly
- 1 mozzarella log, sliced into about 1/2-inch pieces
- Fresh basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons dried oregano
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Now, taking the four chicken breasts, slice them down the side while also going in the chicken, but not fully that you cut the chicken completely in half. We are creating a "pocket" to put the caprese ingredients into. 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- Thirdly, season each side of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Salt, pepper, 3 tablespoons dried oregano.
- Once the chicken is seasoned, it is time to stuff! Layer 2 slices of mozzarella down, then two slices of tomatoes, then 2 fresh basil leaves, then finishing off with 2 more mozzarella slices. Keep the chicken closed by sealing it with toothpicks. Repeat that with all 4 chicken breasts. 1 large tomato, 1 mozzarella log, fresh basil.
- Next, take your oven safe frying pan and heat it up on medium heat. Once warm, add in oil and sear both sides of the chicken breasts until golden. About 3 minutes each side. Transfer directly into the oven and bake until chicken is fully cooked through. At least 165 degrees Fahrenheit. This will take roughly 20 - 25 minutes. Although, it is good to check periodically. 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Just before serving, drizzle with balsamic glaze. Enjoy!
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