Baked Caprese Chicken

Get ready for a culinary fiesta with Baked Caprese Chicken! Picture this: tender chicken breasts slathered in pesto, crowned with juicy tomatoes and a blanket of melty mozzarella. As they bake to golden perfection, the kitchen fills with mouthwatering aromas. Serve atop fluffy quinoa with a side of steamed broccoli for a wholesome twist. This dish is a flavor-packed adventure that’ll make your taste buds dance with joy. With each bite, you’re transported to Italy’s sun-kissed landscapes. It’s a delightful symphony of flavors and textures, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Get ready to savor the magic of Baked Caprese Chicken!

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 25 min

Ingredients:

  • 4 thin, boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup store bought pesto
  • 2 vine ripened tomatoes, sliced ¼” thick
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 package microwave quinoa, cooked to package directions
  • 1 steamer bag of broccoli

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. In a casserole dish that has been lightly rubbed with oil, lay out chicken breast pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Place a dollop of pesto on each piece of chicken. Spread the pesto out over top. Top with sliced tomatoes, then mozzarella cheese. Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Serve over brown rice with a side of broccoli.

Other Ways To Prepare This Meal:

Plant-based: Used pressed, firm tofu instead. Look for vegan pesto. Swap out mozzarella for vegan cheese shreds or nutritional yeast.

Kid-friendly: Use marinara sauce instead of pesto.

Quick-prep: Purchase microwave in a pouch quinoa.