Description
A delightful dish that combines savory flavors with a touch of sweetness, featuring tender chicken breast marinated in balsamic glaze and topped with creamy mozzarella.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 8 oz (225 g) fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- Salt – to taste
- Black pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it in a baking dish. Reserve the marinade for later. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, pour the reserved marinade over the chicken and top each breast with slices of fresh mozzarella.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C) and the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, place the chicken in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- If freezing, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil; it can last up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with mozzarella
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Balsamic Chicken, Mozzarella, Chicken Breast, Italian Cuisine, Gluten Free