Description
Indulge in a flavorful culinary experience with this Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese Recipe. This dish artfully combines the tangy sweetness of balsamic glaze with the creamy richness of melted mozzarella, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. The tender chicken breasts are topped with bubbling cheese and vibrant cherry tomatoes, creating a visually stunning and delicious meal that is easy to prepare. In just under an hour, you can serve up a gourmet-inspired dish that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), dried basil, dried oregano, and minced garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and pour the balsamic mixture over them. Add halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, and bake for another 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 125mg