Description
Enjoy a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad with this recipe for Crispy Chicken Caprese. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a crunchy breadcrumb mixture, baked to perfection, and topped with gooey mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, balsamic glaze, and basil leaves.
Ingredients
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For the chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 1/2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For topping:
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 medium tomatoes (sliced)
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a breadcrumb mixture. Dredge the chicken in flour, then egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Cook the chicken: Cook the breaded chicken in a skillet until golden brown. Transfer to the oven and bake until fully cooked.
- Add toppings: Top each chicken breast with mozzarella and tomato slices. Return to the oven to melt the cheese.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with basil before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for 30 minutes before breading.
- Serve over arugula or pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
