Description
Succulent chicken breasts perfectly baked with mozzarella, balsamic vinegar, and cherry tomatoes for a delicious and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease your baking dish with olive oil.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Make the balsamic sauce by whisking together balsamic vinegar, honey, dried basil, dried oregano, and minced garlic.
- Sear the chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Assemble the chicken in the baking dish, pour the balsamic mixture over it, and add halved cherry tomatoes.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Add mozzarella on top of the chicken and return to the oven for 5-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a quicker option, use an air fryer set at 375°F for about 15-20 minutes. Make the balsamic sauce a day in advance for deeper flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg