Skillet Mozzarella Chicken Caprese
Basil Zucchini "Noodles"
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 6 (6-oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (24-oz) jar all-natural marinara sauce (such as Rao's)
- 1 (8-oz) ball fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, cut in half
- 1 (1-oz) pkg fresh basil, thinly sliced
- 2 Tbsp balsamic glaze (or use balsamic vinegar)
Instructions
- Preheat broiler.
- Heat oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken to pan; cook 4 minutes per side.
- Spoon marinara sauce over and around chicken; cook 5 minutes or until chicken is done.
- Layer cheese evenly over each chicken breast; sprinkle with tomatoes.
- Broil 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and browned.
- Sprinkle with basil; drizzle with glaze.
- Serve over Basil Zucchini "Noodles.".
Side Dish Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1½ Tbsp bottled minced garlic
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 (10.7-oz) pkg zucchini noodles (such as Veggie Noodle Co.)
Side Dish Instructions
- Combine oil, garlic, basil, salt and pepper in a large bowl; add zucchini, and toss to coat.
- Let stand at least 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 6 | 6 | |
| Calories |
451
|
55
|
506
|
| Fat (g) | 24 | 5 | 29 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 8 | 1 | 9 |
| Protein (g) | 46 | 1 | 47 |
| Carb (g) | 11 | 4 | 15 |
| Fiber (g) | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Sodium (mg) | 534 | 174 | 708 |
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