This chicken Caprese is an Italian classic made into a one-pan full meal!
Chicken breasts are cooked with bacon, garlic, and tomatoes, then topped with parmesan and mozzarella cheese and a garnish of fresh basil. Delish!
Serve it with pasta or roasted veggies for a healthy family favorite.
Easy Chicken Caprese!
- This chicken dish incorporates the flavors we love in our fave classic Caprese salad into an easy one-pot recipe.
- Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish uses fresh ingredients and is fast to make.
- Effortless cleanup with only one pot to wash!
Ingredients in Chicken Caprese
Chicken – Use fresh boneless skinless chicken breasts. Skinless chicken thighs can be used in place of chicken breasts.
Bacon – Bacon adds a savory and smoky flavor.
Tomatoes – Fresh tomatoes, particularly cherry or grape tomatoes, become irresistibly sweet and tender, creating a deliciously fresh “sauce” as they cook.
Cheese – Fresh mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of parmesan finish off this recipe. Feel free to use other favorite cheeses such as provolone, romano, or asiago.
Basil – Fresh basil leaves really do take this dish to the next level.
Extras – Drizzle with a tangy balsamic glaze. Add some mushrooms or asparagus with the garlic for extra savor. Even some capers can be added, or sundried tomatoes.
How to Make Chicken Caprese
- Fry bacon and set aside. (Some drippings may need to be removed from the pan.)
- Cook the chicken in bacon drippings and set aside.
- Add garlic and cook, then stir in wine and butter to deglaze the pan.
- Add chicken and tomatoes to the pan, and continue cooking (as per the recipe below).
- Top with cheese and broil, then garnish with basil and bacon before serving.
This dish is perfect over noodles or even served with roasted zucchini or vegetables.
Storing Leftovers
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Leftover chicken Caprese can be frozen for up to 1 month.
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Easy Chicken Caprese
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 slices bacon
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breasts boneless-skinless, about 5 oz each
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
- fresh basil for serving
Instructions
- In a 10" skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set it aside, reserving the drippings.
- Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat bacon drippings over medium high heat and add chicken. Brown 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the pan and set on a plate.
- In the same skillet, add 2 cloves of minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant. Stir in wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes. Whisk in butter.
- Add the chicken breasts back to the skillet along with the cherry tomatoes. Simmer the chicken and tomatoes uncovered for about 5-7 minutes, or until the tomatoes are cooked and slightly softened.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken and tomatoes. Place the skillet under the broiler for 1 minute, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with crumbled bacon, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil leaves.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Chicken, Dinner, Main Course
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Hello,
I just made this it was very good. I am going to make it again shortly. I over heated the pan and it affected the garlic a little. I added the bacon crumbled then the cheeses.I also made the zucchini and squash side that was also very good.
Thank You,
Brett
I am glad you enjoyed this recipe Brett. Serving it wit zucchini and squash sounds wonderful!
You don’t mention to add the bacon back in at all. Did you only cook the bacon for the grease? I just added the bacon at the end and it was delicious. Also did you mean broil in the oven?
The bacon is stirred in step 5. Yes, we broil in the oven. Glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Very simple to make and tasty! We enjoyed this meal. The tomatoes done this way are great.
Thanks Leah, glad you enjoyed them :)
This recipe is not only quick & easy but “To Die For” delicious! It seriously is a favourite and will be had on a regular rotation. Any leftovers are really good on a leafy green salad for lunch the next day too! A real keeper!!
I am so happy to hear you loved this recipe Liz!