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Balsamic Baked Chicken Breasts

Balsamic Chicken Caprese Recipe

Katerina | Diethood
Incredibly juicy baked chicken breasts smothered in a sweet, balsamic sauce with cherry tomatoes, onions, and melty mozzarella cheese. Low carb, Keto-friendly, and amazing!
Servings : 4 serves
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil, or to taste
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon sweetener, I use 1 Stevia packet but you can also use granulated sugar
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • chopped fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425˚F.
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Arrange the cut tomatoes and red onions on the bottom of the baking dish; season with salt, pepper, and dried basil. Stir and set aside.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts and season them with salt, pepper, basil, and oregano.
  • Take the minced garlic with your fingers and rub it all over each chicken breast, rubbing in the seasonings at the same time.
  • Arrange the chicken over the tomatoes and set aside.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine balsamic vinegar and sweetener; whisk until well incorporated.
  • Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the chicken and tomatoes; flip the chicken over to coat all around.
  • Bake for 23 to 25 minutes or until done. Depending on the thickness of your chicken, it may need less or more time to cook through.
  • Remove from oven and add shredded cheese over each chicken breast.
  • Continue to bake for 3 to 4 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
  • Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Drizzle the pan sauce over the chicken, garnish with basil, and serve.

Notes

  • Marinate: If time allows, marinate the chicken breasts in the balsamic vinegar mixture for a few hours in the refrigerator.
  • Broil: For extra texture and flavor, broil the chicken for the last few minutes of cooking.
  • Rest: Allowing the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving helps to redistribute the juices within the meat, ensuring that each bite is moist and flavorful.
  • Adjust to Taste: Don't be afraid to tweak the amount of balsamic vinegar, sweetener, or seasonings according to your taste preferences.
  • Use a Thermometer: To ensure the chicken is perfectly cooked, use a meat thermometer. The safe internal temperature for chicken is 165°F (74°C).
  • Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3 days. 

Nutrition

Serving: 6 ounces | Calories: 276 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 29 g | Fat: 12 g | Saturated Fat: 5 g | Cholesterol: 129 mg | Sodium: 292 mg | Potassium: 529 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 5 g | Vitamin A: 580 IU | Vitamin C: 19.1 mg | Calcium: 186 mg | Iron: 2.1 mg

Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Keyword: baked chicken breast recipes, balsamic chicken, caprese chicken, caprese recipes, keto dinner idea, low carb recipe