Description
Enjoy a burst of fresh flavors with Chicken Avocado Caprese, featuring tender chicken, creamy avocado, rich mozzarella, and aromatic basil, all drizzled with tangy balsamic reduction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella
- 2 Ripe Avocados
- 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
- 1/4 cup Balsamic Reduction
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the Chicken: Generously season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Prepare Toppings: While the chicken bakes, slice the fresh mozzarella and ripe avocados into thick pieces.
- Assemble Your Creation: Once cooked, layer the mozzarella on top of each chicken breast followed by avocado slices and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves.
- Add Balsamic Drizzle: Drizzle balsamic reduction over everything and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until warmed through.
- Serve: Transfer to plates and drizzle extra balsamic reduction before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider swapping mozzarella for feta cheese. - Incorporate arugula for a peppery kick. - To store leftovers, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat gently in a skillet over low heat.