Description
This Creamy Mozzarella and Basil Chicken Bake is an easy one-pan Mediterranean-inspired dinner featuring juicy chicken breasts, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and sweet cherry tomatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals, this flavorful chicken bake is a must-try for lovers of quick, healthy, and delicious meals.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
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Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano. Place in the baking dish.
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Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and garlic together; drizzle over chicken.
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Scatter cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls around the chicken.
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Sprinkle Parmesan and red pepper flakes (if using) on top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F/75°C internal temperature).
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Remove from oven and top with chopped basil.
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Serve hot, drizzling pan juices over the chicken.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
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Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano. Place in the baking dish.
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Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and garlic together; drizzle over chicken.
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Scatter cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls around the chicken.
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Sprinkle Parmesan and red pepper flakes (if using) on top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F/75°C internal temperature).
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Remove from oven and top with chopped basil.
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Serve hot, drizzling pan juices over the chicken.
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Notes
Swap fresh mozzarella balls with shredded mozzarella or provolone.
Substitute fresh basil with baby spinach if desired.
Add vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for a heartier meal.
For dairy-free, use vegan cheese alternatives.
Assemble ahead and refrigerate; add 5–10 minutes to bake time if baking from cold.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Swap fresh mozzarella balls with shredded mozzarella or provolone. Substitute fresh basil with baby spinach if desired. Add vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for a heartier meal. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese alternatives. Assemble ahead and refrigerate; add 5–10 minutes to bake time if baking from cold.
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian-inspired
