Chicken breast stuffed with mozzarella, tomato, basil, baked then finished with balsamic glaze for a summer meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
→ Filling
06 - 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
07 - 2 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
08 - 12 large fresh basil leaves
→ Finishing
09 - 2 tablespoons store-bought or homemade balsamic glaze
10 - Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
# How To Make It:
01 - Set the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.
02 - Pat each chicken breast dry. With a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket into the side without slicing all the way through.
03 - Season the chicken breasts inside and out with salt, black pepper, and dried Italian herbs.
04 - Stuff each chicken breast with 1–2 slices mozzarella, 2–3 slices tomato, and 3 basil leaves. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
05 - Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high. Sear stuffed chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
06 - Transfer skillet to oven or move chicken to the prepared dish. Bake for 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
07 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with extra basil leaves before serving.
