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Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese

Delicious Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese Recipe

This Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken with tangy flavors and a cheesy topping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 pieces skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 ½ cups fresh shredded mozzarella cheese

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Season chicken with oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and half of the garlic divided between each chicken breast. Rub seasoning all over each breast.
  3. Arrange tomatoes around the chicken in the dish.
  4. Whisk together balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and remaining garlic to combine. Pour over the chicken breasts, flip each breast in the sauce to evenly coat.
  5. Bake in your preheated oven for 35 minutes.
  6. Remove from the oven at the 35 minute mark and change oven heat to broil. Top each chicken breast with mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake for another 3-5 minutes on broil, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
  8. After baking, allow your chicken to rest for 5 minutes before cutting into it.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece

Notes

Feel free to customize the chicken type and cheese based on your preference.

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