Caprese Chicken Recipe
Sliced chicken topped with marinara, fresh basil, mozzarella blend, and parmesan cheese
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is hot when you put the chicken in.
- 2
Season Chicken
In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add the chicken breasts and coat them evenly with the seasoning mixture.
Cooking
- 3
Sear Chicken
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 4
Add Marinara and Cheese
Once the chicken is seared, pour the marinara sauce over the chicken breasts. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese blend evenly on top, followed by the grated parmesan cheese.
- 5
Bake
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C) and the cheese is bubbling and golden.
- 6
Garnish
Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Before serving, sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the top for added flavor and freshness.