Garlic Caprese Chicken

Prep Time6 hr 10 min

Cook Time15 min

Serves4

Ingredients

4 Wholesum® Tomatoes on the Vine, cores removed, trim off tops and slice
⅔ cup Italian dressing
2 tsp Italian seasoning
2 garlic cloves-minced
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp extra light olive oil
4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese, each cut in half
2 tbsp balsamic glaze
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil

Directions

- - Combine Italian dressing, Italian seasoning, and garlic in a bowl.
- - Pour mix into plastic bag along with the raw chicken breasts. Seal and massage to cover the meat with the marinade. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours.
- - Pre-heat oven to 425° F.
- - In cast iron skillet, over medium high heat, add olive oil. When shimmering, add marinated chicken breasts and sear for 5 minutes.
- - Turn chicken over and place skillet in oven. Roast for 6-10 minutes or until internal temperature is 165° F, then remove from oven.
- - Top each chicken breast with cheese and tomatoes. Alternate tomatoes and cheese slices using three of tomato per chicken breast.
- - Return to oven and bake for 3-5 minutes. Once cheese is melted, remove from oven, drizzle with glaze and garnish with fresh basil.

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