Old World Sourdough
Caprese Stuffed Honey Balsamic Chicken
All my favorite flavors in one dish! This recipe is bursting with flavor! Moist, juicy chicken paired with mozzarella, tomatoes and a balsamic reduction. This dish is unforgettably delicious!
Caprese Stuffed Honey Balsamic Chicken
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
25 minutes
Serves:
4
Ingredients
Ingredients:
· 4 (7-ounce) chicken breasts
· Salt and pepper , to taste
· 1 teaspoon each of dried oregano and dried basil
· 2 roma tomatoes , sliced thinly
· 1/4 cup sun dried tomato strips in oil (separate oil and strips)
· 4 mozzarella cheese slices (or sub gouda cheese)
· 12 basil leaves, divided
· 4 cloves garlic, minced
· 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
· 1-1/2 teaspoons honey
Preparation
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Using a sharp, thin-bladed knife, cut a pocket about 3/4 quarter of the way through on the thickest side of each breast, being careful not to cut all the way.
3. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Pour 1 teaspoon of sun dried tomato oil over each breast, rub along with seasoning over breast and inside the pocket.
4. Fill each with 2 slices fresh tomato, 2 teaspoons sun dried tomato strips, one slice cheese and three basil leaves.
5. Seal with 3-4 toothpicks diagonally to keep the filling inside while cooking.
6. Heat 2 teaspoons of sun dried tomato oil (sub olive oil if needed) in a cast iron skillet or non stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and fry for 2 minutes on each side until golden.
7. While the chicken is cooking, mix together the garlic, balsamic vinegar and honey in a small bowl. Pour into the pan around the chicken; bring to a simmer while stirring occasionally, until the glaze has slightly thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
8. Transfer pan to the preheated oven and continue to cook for a further 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese has melted.
9. Remove toothpicks and drizzle with pan juices.
Notes:
Note: You can substitute store bought Balsamic Glaze. You do not need the balsamic vinegar or honey then.
Calories: 200 cal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 445IU | Vitamin C: 13.8mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1.1mg