Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese
If you’re searching for a dish that combines ease with impressive flavors, the Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese is your answer! This recipe stands out with its succulent chicken breasts glazed in a tangy balsamic sauce, topped with melty mozzarella and vibrant cherry tomatoes. Perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to become a household favorite. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal right at home.
- 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 oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), basil, oregano, and garlic.
- Sear chicken in olive oil for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and pour balsamic sauce over it. Add cherry tomato halves around the chicken.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until almost cooked through; sprinkle mozzarella on top.
- Return to oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 100mg