Description
Caprese Chicken Casserole is a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad, transforming its fresh flavors into a comforting, baked dish. Combining juicy chicken breasts with layers of creamy mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also makes for an impressive presentation. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it brings a burst of Italian-inspired flavor to your dining table. With its rich ingredients and wholesome nutrition, this dish is bound to become a family favorite. Serve it alongside a fresh garden salad or over creamy polenta for a complete meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 large ripe tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, season chicken with salt and pepper. Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Cook the seasoned chicken in the skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Layer cooked chicken in a baking dish and top with mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and chopped basil. Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove foil last 10 minutes for browning.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg