Juicy chicken stuffed with mozzarella, tomato, basil, and baked, finished with balsamic glaze for an Italian meal.
# Ingredients 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 balsamic glaze
10 - Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
# Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.
02 - Pat the chicken breasts dry. Using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket in the side of each breast, being careful not to slice completely through.
03 - Season the chicken breasts inside and outside with salt, black pepper, and dried Italian herbs.
04 - Stuff each breast with 1–2 slices of mozzarella, 2–3 slices of tomato, and 3 basil leaves. Secure the opening with toothpicks if needed.
05 - Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
06 - Transfer the skillet to the oven, or move the chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
07 - Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
