Chicken Caprese

October 18, 2025 by youssef

1. Bake the Chicken:

2. Prepare the Balsamic Glaze:

While the chicken is baking, combine the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
Bring to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer.
Let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat. (It will continue to thicken as it cools).

3. Assemble and Melt the Cheese:

Once the initial 15 minutes are up, carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven.
Top each chicken breast with a slice of fresh mozzarella.
Season the cheese with salt, pepper, and a pinch of Herbes de Provence.
Return the pan to the oven for 1-2 minutes, or just until the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.

4. Final Assembly:

While the cheese melts, slice the tomatoes into thick rounds.
Remove the chicken from the oven. Place a thick tomato slice on top of each melted cheese layer.
Drizzle the entire dish generously with the prepared balsamic glaze.
Garnish with freshly chopped basil and serve immediately.

For a Crispier Chicken: For a firmer texture, you can lightly spray the frozen chicken breasts with olive oil before the first bake.
Glaze Consistency: Be careful not to over-reduce the balsamic glaze, as it can become sticky and too thick. If it becomes too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water to thin it.
Fresh is Best: The fresh basil and high-quality mozzarella are key to the classic Caprese flavor—avoid dried basil or pre-shredded mozzarella for the best results.