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Easy One-Pan Caprese Chicken Recipe for Quick Summer Dinners

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A quick and easy one-pan chicken dish featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with melty mozzarella, fresh cherry tomatoes, basil, and a tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for light, flavorful summer dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (about 300 g)
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced or small balls (bocconcini)
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or whole
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • Optional: red pepper flakes
  • Optional: splash of white wine

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 2 minutes).
  3. Add chicken breasts to the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes on one side without moving to form a golden crust. Flip and cook another 5 minutes until almost cooked through (internal temp 150°F / 65°C).
  4. Push chicken to the side of the pan. Add minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes. Stir occasionally and cook until tomatoes soften and release juices, about 3-4 minutes. Avoid burning garlic.
  5. Place slices or balls of mozzarella on each chicken breast. Cover the pan with a lid or foil and cook for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese.
  6. Remove from heat. Scatter fresh basil leaves over the chicken and tomatoes. Drizzle balsamic glaze on top.
  7. Let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning for better sear. Use medium-high heat to avoid burning garlic and tomatoes. Cover pan to melt cheese properly. If chicken cooks too fast or tomatoes dry out, lower heat and add a splash of water or white wine. Let chicken rest before serving to keep it juicy.

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