Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken 

This Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken Dinner brings the classic Italian Caprese salad to a hearty main course. Juicy chicken breasts are topped with fresh mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil, all drizzled with a rich balsamic glaze. The best part? Everything cooks together on one pan, making cleanup a breeze.

Ingredients

For the Chicken & Veggies:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp Italian seasoning

For the Toppings:

• 4 slices fresh mozzarella

• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves

• ¼ cup balsamic glaze

 Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

2. Season the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.

3. Add the Tomatoes: Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken, tossing them lightly in the seasoned olive oil.

4. Bake: Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is almost fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F/70°C).

5. Add Mozzarella: Place a slice of mozzarella on top of each chicken breast and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).

6. Garnish & Serve: Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the chicken and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves. Serve as is or with a side of pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables.

 Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 531 kcal

• Fat: 29g

• Saturated Fat: 7g

• Cholesterol: 73mg

• Sodium: 747mg

• Carbohydrates: 11g

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 6g

• Protein: 57g

• Vitamin A: 980 IU

• Vitamin C: 14mg

• Calcium: 172mg

• Iron: 1mg