Mozzarella Chicken with Tomatoes
Mozzarella Chicken with tomatoes cooked in a Balsamic Glaze is simple and easy but still has so much flavor. Tomatoes roasted in a slightly sweetened balsamic glaze transform the chicken into a fabulous healthy dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1-2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
- 3 tablespoons fresh basil
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add olive oil. Season chicken liberally with Italian seasoning and salt and pepper. Place in a hot skillet and cook until cooked through and temperature has reached 160º, about 6-8 minutes per side depending on thickness of the chicken. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
- In the same skillet over medium low heat, add balsamic vinegar, brown sugar and garlic and cook for about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and salt to taste. Simmer until tomatoes are soft, about 6-8 minutes. Stir in basil.
- Return chicken to the pan and top with mozzarella. Cover to allow the cheese to melt.
Barbara's Notes + Tips
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk if you have time for 30 minutes or overnight.
- Pound the chicken breasts so that they are even.
- Don't use an expensive balsamic vinegar because you will be cooking it.
- To reheat the leftovers, cover with aluminum foil and place in 350º oven for 5-10 minutes
- Spoon the balsamic glaze over the chicken before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 576mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 615IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 1mg
