Caprese Chicken Skillet - Dulce Baghrir

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

02 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt

03 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Caprese Topping

05 - 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced

06 - 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced

07 - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

→ Balsamic Glaze

08 - 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

09 - 1 tablespoon honey

# How-To Steps:

01 - Season both sides of chicken breasts generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove and set aside.

03 - Reduce heat to medium. Arrange tomato slices on top of chicken breasts, then layer mozzarella slices over tomatoes. Cover skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts completely.

04 - While cheese melts, combine balsamic vinegar and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened to syrupy consistency.

05 - Sprinkle fresh basil over chicken and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

# Expert Advice:

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Everything happens in one skillet, so you can have dinner on the table in half an hour without a sink full of dishes.
The balsamic glaze adds a sweet-tangy finish that makes even weeknight chicken feel special.
It looks and tastes like you spent hours, but the process is so simple you can chat with someone while you cook.

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Do not move the chicken around while it sears or you will lose that golden crust, patience is the secret to a beautiful exterior.
If your chicken breasts are uneven in thickness, they will cook unevenly, so take a minute to pound them flat before seasoning.
The balsamic glaze will thicken as it cools, so if it looks a little thin in the pan, it will be perfect by the time you drizzle it.

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