Description
Caprese Stuffed Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that beautifully merges the classic tastes of a Caprese salad with juicy chicken breasts. Each bite bursts with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also elevates your dining experience with its stunning presentation. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrition, Caprese Stuffed Chicken is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes (sliced)
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken in this mixture for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with non-stick spray.
- Cut deep slits into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
- Stuff each slit with tomato slices, mozzarella, and basil leaves.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving; drizzle with extra balsamic glaze if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg