Crispy Quick Caprese Chicken Skillet
A quick and easy skillet recipe featuring crispy chicken breasts topped with fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze for a fresh Caprese twist.
- Prep Time: 9 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of oregano, basil, thyme)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- A handful fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or in a large zip-top bag. Pound to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Lightly dredge each chicken breast in the mixture, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Place chicken breasts in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until golden brown on one side.
- Flip chicken carefully and cook another 4-5 minutes until crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Reduce heat to low. Top each chicken breast with slices of mozzarella and halved cherry tomatoes. Cover skillet with lid or foil and let sit for 3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Remove lid, sprinkle torn basil leaves over chicken, and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
Pound chicken to even thickness for even cooking. Use a lid to melt cheese without overcooking chicken. Adjust heat to avoid burning crust. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently in skillet to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 420
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 38
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