A juicy, flavorful chicken dish with sweet balsamic glaze, melted mozzarella, and roasted cherry tomatoes—ready in 30 minutes for an easy yet elegant meal!
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Perfectly tender chicken (no dry breasts here!)
✔ Sweet & tangy balsamic glaze that caramelizes beautifully
✔ Minimal prep, maximum flavor—great for weeknights
✔ Versatile—serve with pasta, salad, or roasted veggies
📋 Ingredients
Serves 4
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (~6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
For the Balsamic Glaze
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra balsamic drizzle
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep & Season
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Rub chicken with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2️⃣ Make the Glaze
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, and garlic.
3️⃣ Assemble & Bake
- Place chicken in dish, scatter tomatoes around it.
- Drizzle glaze over everything.
- Bake 20-25 mins until chicken hits 160°F (71°C).
4️⃣ Add Cheese & Finish
- Top with mozzarella, bake 5-7 more mins until melted and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
🍽 Pair with:
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Roasted asparagus
- Crispy bread for soaking up juices
💡 Pro Tips for Perfect Chicken
🔹 Pound chicken to even thickness (prevents drying)
🔹 Don’t skip the honey—it balances the balsamic’s acidity
🔹 Fresh mozzarella? Use slices instead of shredded
🔄 Delicious Variations
- Caprese-style: Add fresh basil before cheese
- Spicy kick: Add red pepper flakes to glaze
- Creamy twist: Dollop with pesto or ricotta
❄️ Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: 3-4 days in airtight container
- Freeze: Cooked chicken (without tomatoes) up to 3 months
- Reheat: 350°F oven for 10-15 mins
Nutrition per serving: 290 kcal | 36g protein | 8g carbs
🍽️ Serving Suggestion
“An elegant dinner that tastes like it took hours—but secretly took minutes!” 😉
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