Chicken Caprese Skillet: Elegant and Flavorful

If you’re looking for a quick and elegant dinner with vibrant flavors, Mo’s Chicken Caprese Skillet is the perfect choice. This dish brings together golden-seared chicken breasts, juicy grape tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil, all finished with a rich balsamic glaze. It’s simple, colorful, and full of Italian-inspired flavor, ready in under 30 minutes.

Why You’ll Love It:

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• Fresh & Flavorful: The perfect balance of sweet tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy mozzarella over juicy chicken.
• Weeknight-Friendly: Comes together in just 30 minutes with minimal prep and cleanup.
• Elegant Yet Easy: A skillet dish that looks impressive enough for guests but easy enough for a casual dinner.
• One-Pan Wonder: Everything cooks together in a single skillet for a quick, flavorful meal.
• Customizable: Add a splash of lemon, swap in heirloom tomatoes, or use boneless thighs if you prefer.

Recipe: Chicken Caprese Skillet
Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 thin chicken breasts
• 1 red onion, sliced
• Olive oil (for sautéing)
• ½ cup balsamic vinegar
• ¼ cup dry white wine
• Grape tomatoes (about 1 cup)
• Fresh basil (1 bunch)
• Fresh mozzarella, cut into chunks (about 1 cup)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté the red onion until soft.
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet until golden brown on both sides.
3. In a small bowl, mix the balsamic vinegar and dry white wine, then pour over the chicken.
4. Add grape tomatoes and fresh basil to the skillet.
5. Top the chicken with chunks of fresh mozzarella and let the flavors meld, cooking until the cheese begins to melt.
6. Garnish with extra fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, if desired.

Serve hot and enjoy this fresh, colorful dish that's both healthy and packed with flavor!