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Balsamic Chicken Bake

This Balsamic Chicken Bake is simple yet flavorful! The juicy balsamic-marinated chicken paired with melty mozzarella, roasted tomatoes, and fresh basil is delicious on its own, or served over pasta with a drizzle of pesto.
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Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1.2 lbs chicken breast flattened into 4 pieces
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 6 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped or torn
  • balsamic glaze to drizzle
  • cooked pasta and pesto for serving optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Season the flattened chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear on medium for 1-2 minutes per side.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Add the tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and more olive oil. Bake for 25 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F internally and tomatoes are softened and juicy.
  • Remove dish from oven, top each chicken breast with mozzarella slices, and return to oven for 7-8 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • Sprinkle with fresh basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Plate and enjoy as is, or serve over pasta with a spoonful of pesto for a heartier meal.
Keyword Balsamic Vinegar, Basil, Chicken, Mozzarella, Tomato
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