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Juicy Caprese Stuffed Chicken Recipe Easy Homemade with Balsamic Glaze

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A flavorful and juicy stuffed chicken breast recipe filled with fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil, finished with a rich balsamic glaze. Perfect for an easy yet impressive dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each), pounded to even thickness
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced or torn into small chunks
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • About 12 fresh basil leaves, whole
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lay each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin until about ½-inch thick.
  3. In a bowl, combine mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, and chopped fresh basil. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Make a horizontal slit along the thick side of each chicken breast to form a pocket. Stuff each pocket with the mozzarella-tomato-basil mixture, pressing lightly to pack it in without tearing the meat.
  5. Brush the stuffed chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle both sides with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs if using.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). If you don’t have an oven-safe pan, transfer the chicken to a baking dish before baking.
  8. While the chicken bakes, pour balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan over medium heat. Add honey or brown sugar and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until reduced by about half and thickened to a syrupy consistency (about 8-10 minutes).
  9. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  10. Drizzle the balsamic glaze generously over the chicken just before serving.

Notes

Pound chicken breasts evenly to ensure even cooking and prevent dryness. Do not overfill the chicken pockets to avoid tearing. Sear chicken before baking to lock in moisture. Reduce balsamic glaze slowly to avoid bitterness. Let chicken rest after baking to redistribute juices.

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Keywords: Caprese, stuffed chicken, balsamic glaze, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, easy dinner, juicy chicken

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