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One-Pan Caprese Chicken Thighs

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Savor all the beloved flavors of a caprese salad in a convenient one-pan recipe, where chicken takes center stage. Yes, please! We enjoy pairing this dish with a side of green vegetables or salad, along with some warm, crusty bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine world cuisine
Servings 4
Calories 790 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons good quality balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced, divided
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
  • torn fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, chicken broth, tomato paste, lemon juice (reserve zest for later), honey, minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon minced basil. Add seasoned chicken thighs, toss to coat with balsamic mixture, and set aside, or, if time allows, cover mixture and refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
  • Place a 12-inch skillet over medium heat, and add chicken and marinade. When the liquid comes to a boil, cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 5 to 7 minutes. Turn chicken, increase heat to medium and cook, uncovered, until chicken is no longer pink at the center and juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the center of chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove chicken and any accumulated juices from the skillet to a serving platter. Tent with foil to keep warm.
  • Wipe the skillet clean and over medium-high heat, add olive oil. When the oil is hot, carefully add tomatoes to the skillet. Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to blister. Stir gently, and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Sprinkle tomatoes with a pinch of salt.
  • Remove foil tent, pour tomatoes over chicken, and top with shredded mozzarella. Sprinkle reserved lemon zest and torn basil over all. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 790kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 76gFat: 51gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 385mgSodium: 816mgPotassium: 1038mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 258mgIron: 4mg
Keyword One-Pan Caprese Chicken Thighs
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