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Caprese Chicken Skillet

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Ingredients

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1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar divided
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon honey divided
4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (24 oz)
1 teaspoons kosher salt divided
teaspoon ground black pepper divided
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
1 small red onion diced (about 1 cup)
4 cloves garlic minced (about 4 teaspoons)
4 cups sliced tomatoes: halved cherry or grape tomatoes (2 pints) or - inch- diced peak season plum or other garden tomatoes
teaspoon dried thyme
4 ounces part- skim mozzarella pearls (scant 1 cup) or 4 ounces block- style part- skim mozzarella cheese cut into bite-sized cubes
cup tightly packed fresh basil leaves thinly sliced

Nutritional information

Calories
Carbohydrates
21g
Protein
47.5g
Fat
16.5g
Saturated Fat
5g
Cholesterol
141mg
Sodium
585mg
Fiber
2g
Sugar
7g
Blue Smart Points
10
Green Smart Points
Purple Smart Points
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Caprese Chicken Skillet

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    This caprese chicken skillet is topped with a honey balsamic reduction and fresh basil, the perfect way to use fresh summer tomatoes.

    • 35 min
    • Serves 4
    • Easy

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    Steps

    1
    Done

    In a Small Saucepan, Combine Cup of the Balsamic Vinegar and 1 Tablespoon of the Honey Gently Simmer Over Medium- Low Heat, Stirring Occasionally, Until Thickened and Reduced by a Little More Than Half, About 15 Minutes Remove from the Heat and Set Aside

    2
    Done

    While the Balsamic Reduces, Arrange the Chicken on a Cutting Board and Stretch a Large Sheet of Plastic Wrap Over the Top. Lightly Pound the Chicken Breasts Into an Even - Inch Thickness. Discard the Plastic, Then Sprinkle the Chicken With Teaspoon of the Salt and Teaspoon of the Pepper, Seasoning Both Sides.

    3
    Done

    in a Large, Heavy- Bottomed Skillet, Heat 1 Tablespoon of the Oil Over Medium- High Heat. Once the Oil Is Hot but not Smoking, Add the Chicken Breasts Top- Sides Down, Being Careful of Oil That May Splatter. Let Cook Undisturbed For 4 Minutes, or Until Lightly Browned.

    4
    Done

    Flip and Cook an Additional 3 Minutes. Check For Doneness. the Chicken Should Reach 165 Degrees F at the Thickest Part When Tested With an Instant- Read Thermometer, and When Sliced, the Juices Should Run Clear.,chicken Breast in a Skillet

    5
    Done

    If It Needs Additional Time, ?ip Again and Continue Cooking For a Few Minutes on Each Side, Until Done. the Total Cooking Time Will Vary Depending Upon the Size of Your Chicken. Remove to a Plate and Cover to Keep Warm.

    6
    Done

    Without Wiping Out the Pan, Reduce the Skillet Heat to Medium. Add the Remaining Tablespoon of Oil, Swirl to Coat the Pan, Then Add the Red Onion and Let Cook Until Slightly Softened, About 3 Minutes, Scraping the Browned Bits Off the Bottom of the Pan as It Cooks.

    7
    Done

    Add the Garlic and Let Cook 30 Seconds, Just Until Fragrant.

    8
    Done

    Add the Tomatoes, Thyme, and Remaining 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar, 1 Teaspoon Honey, Teaspoon Salt, and Teaspoon Pepper. Increase the Heat Back to Medium High and Cook Until the Tomatoes Begin to Soften, About 2 Minutes.,tomatoes in a Skillet

    9
    Done

    Return the Chicken to the Pan, Nestling It Into the Tomatoes, and Scatter the Mozzarella Throughout.

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