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Baked Caprese Chicken

Parmesan Polenta and Asparagus
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Ingredients

  • 1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 Roma tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 (1-oz) pkg fresh basil
  • 2 (8-oz) balls fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place chicken in a lightly greased baking dish; lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with tomatoes, basil, and cheese; drizzle with oil.
  2. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is done; drizzle with vinegar before serving.

Side Dish Ingredients

  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup instant polenta
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 (12-oz) pkg asparagus
  • 2 Tbsp butter

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Bring broth to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat; gradually whisk in polenta, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese.
  2. Meanwhile, cook asparagus according to package directions; toss with butter and salt and pepper to taste.

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