Caprese Pesto Chicken

35m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2Cut the chicken breasts in half to butterfly them, which helps them cook faster.
  3. 3Trim any tendons or gross stuff off the chicken.
  4. 4Transfer the chicken breasts to an oven-safe baking dish.
  5. 5Season the chicken with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  6. 6Spread red pesto (made with sun-dried tomatoes) over the chicken.
  7. 7Slice some tomatoes.
  8. 8Season the sliced tomatoes with salt.
  9. 9Add a layer of sliced tomatoes on top of the pesto chicken.
  10. 10Add fresh basil leaves on top of the tomatoes.
  11. 11Add fresh mozzarella on top of the basil.
  12. 12Add more cheese, a combination of mozzarella and provolone, on top.
  13. 13Add a little more seasoning.
  14. 14Top with dry oregano.
  15. 15Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the dish.
  16. 16Place the baking dish in the preheated oven, uncovered.
  17. 17Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 35 minutes.
  18. 18After baking, turn the oven to broil (high broil).
  19. 19Broil for 4 minutes until the cheese is golden and delicious.
  20. 20Serve the chicken and enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 2 pieces Chicken breast
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • 2 thirds of a jar Red pesto
  • Tomatoes
  • Fresh basil
  • Fresh mozzarella
  • Mozzarella and Provolone cheese combo
  • Dry oregano
  • Balsamic vinegar

Equipment

OvenKnifeCutting boardTongsOven safe baking dishMeat tenderizer (optional)

Tips

  • Do not skip the pesto, as it gives amazing flavor.
  • You can use either traditional basil pesto or red pesto.
  • If you like thinner chicken, you can pound it out with a meat tenderizer.

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