Keto Caprese Chicken
Juicy chicken breasts are topped with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil for a bright, Italian-inspired dish. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze, this Keto Caprese Chicken brings vibrant color and classic flavor to your plate.
Servings 4 people
Calories 436 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ pound chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups fresh mozzarella sliced
- ¼ cup Roma tomatoes sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil cut in thin strips
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F / 190 degrees C.
- In bowl, drizzle 1½ tablespoons olive oil over 1½ pound chicken breast. Add 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and 1 teaspoon pepper. Combine well, ensuring chicken is evenly coated with seasoning.1½ pound chicken breast, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon pepper
- In oven-safe pan over medium heat, add remainder of olive oil. Brown chicken breast on both sides, about three minutes on each.
- Remove pan from heat and bake for 20 minutes.
- Top chicken with 2 cups fresh mozzarella and ¼ cup Roma tomatoes. Return to oven for 3 to 5 minutes.2 cups fresh mozzarella, ¼ cup Roma tomatoes
- Garnish with ¼ cup fresh basil and drizzle with 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar. Serve hot.¼ cup fresh basil, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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Nutrition
Calories: 436kcal | Net carbs: 3g | Fat: 24g | Protein: 49g