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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!

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Caprese Stuffed Honey Balsamic Chicken

Prep Time:

15 minutes

Cook Time:

25 minutes

Serves:

4

Ingredients

Ingredients:

·         (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

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