About
This simple dish takes all the flavor of a caprese salad and combines it with chicken to make a satisfying one pot bake.
Easy to bring together, this meal is ideal for when you are short of prep time and perfect for weeknight dinners.
The dish works well served with a simple mixed salad or some steamed green beans.
Ingredients
- 4 medium breast (yield after cooking, bone and skin removed) chicken breast
- 7 ounce mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoon italian extra virgin olive oil by olive
- 1 large tomatoes
- 1 clove garlic
- ½ cup basil
- 0.2 teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 390 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add the basil to a food processor with the garlic and olive oil and blend well.
- Arrange the chicken breasts side by side in an oven proof dish.
- Slice the mozzarella into 8 even discs and layer each breast with 2 discs.
- Slice the tomato into 4 even discs and lay one disc on top of each chicken breast.
- Season each breast well with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the basil oil over the chicken and transfer to the oven to bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Ensure the chicken is completely cooked through and the juices run clear. The cheese should be melted and slightly golden. Serve with extra fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 501.8kcal (per serving)
- Fat: 23.1g (per serving)
- Carbs: 4.1g (per serving)
- Protein: 66.4g (per serving)
