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Stuffed Chicken Caprese

This recipe combines the best flavors of caprese: tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic, with chicken, making for a phenomenal dish that is easy to make.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Four to Cook For

Equipment

  • 3-quart glass casserole dish (13"x9")

Ingredients

  • 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 package Italian dressing blend
  • 2 large tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 bunch bunch of basil, leaves removed and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup jarred roasted bell peppers, sliced
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar optional
  • dried flat leaf parsley to taste

Instructions

  • Marinade the chicken in a gallon freezer bag with the olive oil, balsamic, and Italian dressing blend. Poke the chicken gently with a fork so the marinade can absorb. Seal and let marinade for at least two hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Put chicken in a glass casserole dish (sprayed with cooking spray). Take out and using the sharpest knife you have, butterfly the chicken by cutting a slit into the chicken, almost cutting it in half. Stuff it with the a few slices of tomato, basil, a few slices of bell pepper, and a slice or two of mozzarella.
  • Cover the chicken with any remaining mozzarella and/or shredded cheddar if you like.
  • Sprinkle with dried parsley.
  • Bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked.
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Notes

For this recipe, one large chicken breast should be enough for two servings.