Balsamic Caprese Chicken
Easy, quick, and flavorful bruschetta chicken is the perfect and light weekday meal.
Ingredients
- 2 plum tomatoes, diced
- ¼ cup (60 ml) packed fresh basil leaves, sliced (about 10 leaves)
- 1 garlic clove, pressed
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil, divided
- ¼ tsp each salt and pepper, divided
- 3 chicken breasts (about 1.25 lbs/ 575 g) sliced in half to make 2 thinner breasts each
- ½ tsp (2 ml) italian seasoning
- 8 oz (250 g) fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- ¼ cup (60 ml) balsamic glaze or ½ cup (125 ml) balsamic vinegar
- spring lettuce mix or arugula for serving, optional
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the tomatoes, basil, garlic, 1 tbsp (15 mL) of olive oil, and 1/8 tsp (.5 mL) each of the salt and pepper in a medium sized bowl. Toss to combine; Set aside.
- Heat the 12" (30-cm) Cast Iron Grill Pan Skillet over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes. Season the chicken with the remaining olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for about 5 minutes to develop dark golden brown grill lines. Flip the chicken, then transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 7-9 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 165°F (74°C). Remove and place a slice of cheese on each chicken breast.
- To serve, place the chicken on top of the lettuce, if using. Top with the tomato mixture and drizzle with the balsamic glaze.
