Budget Bites | Chicken Caprese

fresh mozzarella

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: shredded mozzarella

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat, while shredded mozzarella is often less expensive.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Red wine vinegar is lower in calories, and apple cider vinegar is usually more affordable.

Heat a skillet over medium heat for sautéing the chicken.

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.

Sauté the chicken in the skillet until browned, flipping occasionally, about 5-7 minutes.

Slice the tomatoes very thinly.

Rip the fresh basil into smaller pieces and set aside.

Once the chicken is browned, transfer it to a casserole dish.

Spread a dollop of basil pesto on top of each chicken breast.

Layer a slice of tomato and a slice of fresh mozzarella on top of the pesto on each chicken breast.

Place the casserole dish in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Remove from the oven and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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