Description
Caprese Chicken with Avocado is a delightful fusion of flavors that transports you to Italy with every bite. This vibrant dish features tender, juicy chicken breasts topped with creamy mozzarella, ripe avocados, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all drizzled with a rich balsamic glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients. In just 30 minutes, you can create a stunning meal that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Whether served solo or alongside a fresh salad, Caprese Chicken with Avocado is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish without overlapping.
- Top each chicken breast with halved cherry tomatoes and slices of mozzarella.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- Allow to rest briefly, then slice avocado over each serving and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (170g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg