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Caprese Stuffed Chicken with Balsamic Recipe

Caprese Stuffed Chicken with Balsamic Recipe

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking, Searing
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Caprese Stuffed Chicken with Balsamic recipe combines juicy chicken breasts filled with pesto, mozzarella, and tomato, then baked with a sweet balsamic glaze. A delightful dish that’s perfect for a special dinner or any day you crave a flavorful meal.


Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper

Filling:

  • 4 tablespoons pesto (homemade or store-bought)
  • 2 slices fresh mozzarella
  • 1 large tomato, vine-ripened and sliced

Balsamic Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar (120ml)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry. Cut each breast lengthwise to form a pocket. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the filling: Spread pesto inside each pocket. Fill with mozzarella and tomato slices. Secure with toothpicks.
  4. Make the balsamic glaze: Mix balsamic vinegar and brown sugar until sugar dissolves.
  5. Sear the chicken: Sear chicken in a skillet, then pour balsamic mixture over. Bake for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Reduce the glaze: Remove chicken, reduce balsamic glaze in the skillet until thickened.
  7. Serve: Pour the balsamic reduction over the chicken before serving.

Notes

  • Chicken is best cooked at room temperature.
  • Be careful not to cut through the chicken pocket entirely.
  • Avoid overfilling the chicken to prevent spillage.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving to retain juices.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
  • Calories: 390 kcal
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg