Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese
If you’re searching for a simple yet impressive dish, look no further than this Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese Recipe. This delightful meal combines tender chicken with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, topped off with gooey mozzarella cheese and vibrant cherry tomatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe guarantees seconds from everyone at the table. With just a few wholesome ingredients, you can create a gourmet experience without the hassle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), basil, oregano, and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear each chicken breast for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Place the chicken in the greased baking dish, pour the balsamic mixture over them, and scatter cherry tomatoes around.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until nearly cooked through.
- Sprinkle mozzarella on top and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg