Description
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, then baked to perfection for a flavorful Caprese-inspired meal. This dish is simple yet elegant, perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Toothpicks or kitchen twine
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast without slicing all the way through.
- In a bowl, mix mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, balsamic glaze, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the mixture and secure with toothpicks or twine.
- Rub chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken in a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with additional balsamic glaze if desired.
Notes
Add spinach for extra greens.
Use sun-dried tomatoes for deeper flavor.
Try provolone or parmesan for cheese variations.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven to retain moisture.
Secure tightly to prevent filling from leaking.
Can be frozen before baking for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 31 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
