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One-Pan Balsamic Chicken: Easy Skillet Dinner

One-Pan Caprese Style Poultry Skillet

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 24 oz Chicken breasts Boneless, skinless (about 4 pieces)
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil Extra virgin preferred
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning Dried herb blend
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Salt Kosher salt or sea salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar Good quality dark vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Honey Can substitute brown sugar
  • 1.5 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Shredded or thickly sliced
  • 0.25 cup Fresh basil Chiffonade or roughly chopped

Instructions
 

  • Season the breasts evenly on all sides with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the meat for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  • Lower the heat to medium. Add the vinegar and honey to the skillet, whisking to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the liquid reduces and thickens slightly.
  • Stir the halved cherry tomatoes into the glaze and cook for 1 minute just until they begin to soften.
  • Return the seared meat to the skillet. Top each piece evenly with mozzarella cheese. Cover the skillet with a well-fitting lid for 2 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted.
  • Remove from heat, garnish generously with fresh basil, and serve immediately.