One-Pan Caprese Chicken Thighs

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These one-pan caprese chicken thighs feature all the flavors you love in a caprese salad, done as a main dish skillet meal with chicken. Why, yes, please! We like this dish with a green vegetable or salad, with warm crusty bread.

white platter with chicken thighs covered in blistered tomatoes, mozzarella and basil
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 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

Directions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, and season both sides with salt and pepper.

  2. 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.

  3. 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).

  4. Remove chicken and any accumulated juices from the skillet to a serving platter. Tent with foil to keep warm.

  5. 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.

  6. Remove foil tent, pour tomatoes over chicken, and top with shredded mozzarella. Sprinkle reserved lemon zest and torn basil over all. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

790 Calories
51g Fat
11g Carbs
76g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 790
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 51g 65%
Saturated Fat 16g 78%
Cholesterol 385mg 128%
Sodium 816mg 35%
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 76g 152%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 258mg 20%
Iron 4mg 20%
Potassium 1038mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.