CHICKEN CAPRESE

Chicken Caprese is a delicious Italian dish that combines the flavors of chicken, fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil. This pasta dish is a perfect dinner option, as it is easy to prepare and can be made in under 60 minutes.

Prep Time30

Cook Time15

Total Time45

Course: dinner, Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chicken Caprese, chicken pasta

Servings: servings

Calories: 488kcal

Author: Jessica & Nellie

Ingredients

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
¼ cup olive oil
2 TBSP balsamic vinegar
2 tsp minced garlic
1 TBSP lemon juice
2 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp Italian Seasoning
4 cups cooked linguine drizzled with olive oil
¼ cup fresh mozzarella pieces
½ cup diced tomatoes
¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil
salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Marinate chicken: Slice the thawed chicken breasts into smaller pieces (if preferred). I like to just halve mine so that the chicken cooks faster and it's easier to dish out portions to my kids.
In a ziplocked bag, add in the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, cornstarch, and Italian Seasoning, whisk to combine. Add the chicken and marinate it for 20 minutes.
Pasta & prep: While the chicken is marinating, prepare the pasta according to the package directions. Rinse & drain, set aside with the lid on top to keep it warm.
Dice the tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and if you are using fresh basil, chop that as well.
Cook & assemble: Once chicken is ready, sauté it in the marinade, on medium heat, for 5-8 minutes per side, depending on the size of your chicken breasts. A meat thermometer should register 165 degrees F when it is done.
Remove the chicken from the heat and set atop the linguine pasta. Continue to dot the chicken and pasta with fresh mozzarella and tomatoes, sprinkle basil on top if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Once the Chicken Caprese Pasta is cooked, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It is important to store it properly to maintain its quality and prevent spoilage.

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