One-Pot Chicken Caprese Recipe: Easy & Flavorful Family Delight
This one-pot Chicken Caprese recipe is a delicious and easy meal that the whole family will love. It’s packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: one-pot
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the pot.
- Cook chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Add cherry tomatoes to the pot, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes, until the tomatoes burst.
- Stir in fresh mozzarella and basil, cooking until cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can marinate the chicken breasts beforehand.
- Serve with crusty bread or over pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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