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Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese

A quick and delicious dish featuring seared chicken breasts soaked in a tangy balsamic sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for weeknights and dinner parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Divided
  • 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)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, basil, oregano, and minced garlic to make the balsamic sauce.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
  2. Place chicken in the prepared baking dish. Pour the balsamic mixture over chicken and scatter halved cherry tomatoes around.
  3. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until chicken is almost cooked through.
  4. Remove the dish from the oven, sprinkle mozzarella over each breast, return to the oven and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and chicken is cooked to 165°F.
  5. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Pound the breasts to an even thickness for even cooking. Make sure to sear the chicken for a rich flavor. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.