Ingredients
– 3 cloves garlic
– 1 pint (about 10 ounces) grape or cherry tomatoes
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (plus extra for serving if desired)
– 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
– 4 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total)
– 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
– 1/4 small bunch fresh basil (about 2 tablespoons sliced leaves)
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425Β°F and place a rack in the middle to ensure even heat distribution.
2-Mince the 3 cloves garlic: and combine them in a broiler-safe 9Γ13-inch baking dish with the 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, and 1/2 teaspoon of the kosher salt.
3-Pound the 4 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts: to an even 1/2-inch thickness and season them with the remaining 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
4-Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the baking dish: coating them with the tomato mixture, and arrange everything in a single layer with the tomatoes pushed to the edges for optimal roasting.
5-Roast in the preheated oven: for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165Β°F, ensuring itβs juicy and fully cooked.
6-Thinly slice the 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese: and slice the leaves from the 1/4 small bunch fresh basil (about 2 tablespoons).
7-Remove the dish from the oven, switch the oven to broil: spoon the tomatoes over the chicken, top with the sliced mozzarella in a single layer, and broil for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts perfectly.
8-Drizzle with additional balsamic glaze if desired: and garnish with the sliced basil leaves for a fresh finish.
Last Step:
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Use a broiler-safe baking dish to safely switch to broil for melting cheese.
π₯© Pound chicken evenly for uniform cooking and juiciness.
πΏ Fresh basil added at the end enhances aroma and flavor without wilting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and broiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 350 calories
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
