Recipe of the Day: Caprese Chicken with Balsamic Glaze 🍗  

Healthy Fact of the Day: Tomatoes, a star ingredient in today's recipe, are rich in antioxidants like lycopene, which may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Enjoy the goodness of tomatoes in this delectable and healthy dish!

Now, let's dive into the recipe!

Caprese Chicken with Balsamic Glaze

Ingredients:

For the Caprese Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 large tomatoes, sliced
1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil for drizzling

For the Balsamic Glaze:
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

For the Balsamic Glaze:

In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic (if using), salt, and pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the glaze thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

For the Caprese Chicken:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a large ovenproof skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown.
While the chicken is cooking, arrange the tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and fresh basil leaves on top of each chicken breast.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the Caprese Chicken just before serving.
Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves if desired.
Serve your delicious Caprese Chicken with Balsamic Glaze as a flavorful and healthy meal.