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Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese

Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast With Balsamic Tomato Sauce and Mozzarella Cheese

This Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese is a flavorful, easy dinner recipe perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 301
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch cracked pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, peeled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
  • 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, fresh shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped or basil, to garnish

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 220°C (430°F).
  2. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Season with oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic. Rub seasoning all over each breast. Arrange the tomatoes and red onion around the chicken in the dish.
  3. Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and remaining garlic in a jug to combine. Pour over the chicken breasts, flip each breast in the sauce to evenly coat.
  4. Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes (depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts), or until no longer pink in the middle.
  5. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and broil (or grill) for 4-5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden.
  6. Garnish with parsley, and serve with rice or pasta drizzled with the pan juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 301kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSodium: 855mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables and herbs based on availability and preference. This dish pairs well with various sides like rice or pasta.

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