Name: Balsamic Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 0.6 to taste 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 3.1 tsp 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1.2 oz Salt and pepper to taste; 7.5 g 1 teaspoon Italian herbs; 3.5 qt 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced; 7.2 box 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced; 7 gal 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves; 1.4 half 1/4 cup balsamic glaze

Balsamic Chicken

By Holly Peterson

November 17, 2025

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This recipe brings the warmth of the Mediterranean to your table. Imagine sun-ripened tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy mozzarella melting together. The balsamic glaze adds a tangy sweetness. The chicken is cooked in olive oil until it is golden brown. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The aroma alone will transport you to a cozy Italian trattoria. It is a simple dish but full of flavor. The fresh ingredients shine through, creating a symphony of tastes that will leave you craving more. A simple and elegant dish, this balsamic chicken is the perfect expression of italian flavors and simplicity.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - 0.6 to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil - 3.1 tsp
Salt and pepper to taste - 1.2 oz
1 teaspoon Italian herbs - 7.5 g
2 ripe tomatoes, sliced - 3.5 qt
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced - 7.2 box
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves - 7.0 gal
1/4 cup balsamic glaze - 1.4 half

4 Servings

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Sear chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.

Step 5

Top each chicken breast with sliced tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil.

Step 6

Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

Step 7

Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and mozzarella is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra basil, if desired.

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Reviews (16 Reviews)

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