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Balsamic Chicken With Mozzarella Cheese

Balsamic Chicken With Mozzarella Cheese

The ultimate comfort food, Balsamic Chicken With Mozzarella Cheese is rich in flavor and easy to prepare. Juicy chicken breasts are baked to perfection and topped with fresh mozzarella and a tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion, you'll want to make this delicious recipe tonight!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch cracked pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic 5-6 cloves garlic
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 piece red onion peeled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar packed
  • 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese fresh shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, or basil, to garnish

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • Oven
  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk
  • Peeler
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 220°C | 430°F.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Season with oregano, basil, salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic. Rub seasoning all over each breast. Arrange the tomatoes and red onion around the chicken in the dish.
  3. Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar and remaining garlic in a jug to combine. Pour over the chicken breasts, flip each breast in the sauce to evenly coat.
  4. Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes (depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts), or until no longer pink in the middle. Sprinkle with cheese and broil (or grill) for 4-5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden.
  5. Garnish with parsley, and serve with rice or pasta drizzled with the pan juices.

Notes

  • Tip: I prefer to use fresh mozzarella cheese for this recipe as packet mozzarella doesn’t have the same effect.