Description
A delicious and easy recipe for low-carb Caprese stuffed chicken breasts, perfect for a healthy Italian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 4 slices tomato
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
- Stuff each pocket with mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and basil leaves.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken breasts are of similar thickness for even cooking.
- You can add a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving for extra flavor.
- If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish before oven baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: Approximately 350-400
- Sugar: Low
- Sodium: Moderate
- Fat: Moderate
- Saturated Fat: Moderate
- Unsaturated Fat: Moderate
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Low
- Fiber: Low
- Protein: High
- Cholesterol: Moderate