Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil

Simple yet flavorful, this sheet pan Caprese chicken combines tender meat with juicy tomatoes and fresh basil for a delightful meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved
• 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place the chicken breasts on a sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil.
3. Sprinkle the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Arrange the cherry tomato halves around the chicken on the sheet pan.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the tomatoes are soft.
6. Remove the sheet pan from the oven and top the chicken with fresh mozzarella halves.
7. Switch the oven to broil and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
8. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the chicken and tomatoes.
9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

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