Skillet Mozzarella Chicken Caprese
Basil Zucchini "Noodles"
Ingredients
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 (24-oz) jar marinara sauce
- 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. Cook chicken in hot oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes per side.
- Spoon marinara sauce over chicken; cook 5 minutes or until chicken is done. Layer cheese over chicken; 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
- 4 medium zucchini, cut lengthwise into ¼-inch-thick slices
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
Side Dish Instructions
- Stack 3 zucchini slices at a time, and cut lengthwise into thin strips to resemble strands of pasta.
- Sauté zucchini and garlic in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 3 minutes or just until tender. Stir in basil and salt and pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 6 | 6 | |
| Calories |
451
|
0
|
451
|
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