Caprese Chicken Recipe – Baked Tomato Basil Chicken with Mozzarella

Experience a wonderfully delicious flavor that combines tender baked chicken, juicy tomato glaze, and creamy mozzarella. In just one hour, you can prepare a perfect main dish that will satisfy even the most discerning palates. Best of all, you’ll be amazed at how easy this recipe is to make at home!

The Classic Trio – tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil – is the reason why this baked chicken recipe is named Caprese. The famous Italian salad recipe has this name. If you are not familiar with the recipe, you can check it out by following the link.

A key ingredient that often accompanies tomatoes, fresh basil, and mozzarella is balsamic vinegar. I had planned to use it for a juicy glaze in my recipe, but unfortunately, I ran out. As a result, I had to improvise, leading to this recipe for Tomato Basil Chicken with Mozzarella in a soy sauce marinade.

Chicken breast tends to become dry when cooked, but in this recipe, we’ll use some tricks to ensure the fillets remain juicy and tender. The first trick is marinating the chicken; be sure to let it sit in the marinade for at least 30 minutes before baking. The second trick involves incorporating certain ingredients, specifically juicy vegetables and fruits, as well as cheese, such as tomatoes and mozzarella.

This dish is perfect—easy to prepare, made with commonly available ingredients, and it can be served on its own or with a side dish.

Here are the top choices for what to serve with Caprese chicken:

• Creamy Mashed Potatoes
• Blanched Green Beans
• Boiled Buckwheat Recipe

Ingredients for Caprese Chicken:

• 500 g chicken fillet;
• 250 g cherry tomatoes;
• 150 g mozzarella cheese;
• Fresh basil;
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Chicken Marinade Ingredients:

• 100 ml soy sauce;
• 100 ml tomato sauce;
• ½ lemon.

How to bake chicken breast with tomato, basil, and mozzarella at home:

• Let`s combine ingredients for the marinade first. Mix soy sauce, freshly squeezed juice of half of the lemon with tomato paste in a deep bowl until well combined.

• Marinate chicken breast for 30 minutes in the mixture.

• Cut cherry tomatoes into four parts. I had baby mozzarella and decided to cut it in the same way.

• Rinse basil leaves under running water. Cut them into small pieces. Combine with mozzarella and tomato slice in a separate bowl.

• Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. If you prefer using any other dry herbs, do not be shy. Simply add them to the mixture. However, I tend to stick to classics.

• Take the chicken fillet out of the marinade and place it in a casserole or any other baking tray of your choice.

• Place the mixture of tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella over the marinated chicken fillets.

• Bake for 30-35 minutes in a preheated oven at 350ºF/180°C.

• Let Caprese chicken breasts cool down a bit before serving. Enjoy your meal!

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I am confident that you will enjoy my take on this classic Caprese Chicken recipe and appreciate the changes I’ve made, which enhance the overall flavor of the dish. You can marinate the chicken breasts for as long as you’d like, even overnight. Another tip is to find high-quality mozzarella at the market. It goes without saying that the better the quality of the ingredients, the tastier the dish will be.

Our Baked Caprese Chicken recipe beautifully combines the richness of chicken with the vibrant flavors of tomato, basil, and mozzarella. This easy yet elegant dish captures the essence of a classic Caprese and enhances your dining experience. Enjoy the perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication with every delicious bite. Embark on a culinary journey with our baked chicken!

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