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Easy Baked Caprese Chicken Recipe for Dinner

This easy recipes chicken dish features juicy baked chicken, melty mozzarella, and fresh basil for a quick, flavorful dinner everyone loves.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: air fryer desserts easy recipes, dinner recipes, easy recipes, food receipt easy recipes, quick and easy recipes, recipes for dinner, sweet easy recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Balsamic glaze, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Top each chicken breast with tomato slices and mozzarella.
  5. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove from oven and top with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, use ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. This recipe also works great with boneless chicken thighs.