Caprese Chicken Skillet Recipe

Chicken caprese skillet topped with mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil in a cast iron skillet.

5 from 7 votes

Caprese Chicken Skillet Recipe

A fresh and flavorful meal, Caprese Chicken Skillet is ready in 30 minutes. With mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil in the mix, it’s simple enough to make any night of the week.

Prep Time5

Cook Time25

Total Time30

Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: Italian

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: chicken breasts

Calories: 238kcal

Author: Andrea

Ingredients

1 1/2 tsp Herbes de Provence
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
3 thick slices mozzarella cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup basil leaves chiffonade
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar quality!

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius).
In a small prep bowl, combine the Herbes de Provence, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Season the chicken breasts on both sides.
Set a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the chicken and sear on both sides until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side.
Place the skillet into the preheated oven and bake until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius), about 20–22 minutes. Remove from the oven and top the chicken breasts with cheese. Return to the oven and broil for 2–3 minutes or until melty. Remove and top with the tomatoes and basil. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and serve immediately.

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Notes

*I use Fattoria Estense Aceto Balsamico di Modena (aged 8 years).

-You can also use any kind of tomato—just slice it thinly and layer it over the cheese.

To STORE leftover Chicken Caprese Skillet, let the chicken cool completely before placing it in an airtight container. It will stay good in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. To FREEZE, allow the baked chicken to cool fully, then pre-freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag and freeze for up to 6 months.

REHEAT thawed chicken in the microwave until warmed through, or warm in a 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius) oven for about 10 minutes. Add fresh basil and a new drizzle of balsamic before serving again.

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