Balsamic Glazed Caprese Chicken

Balsamic Glazed Caprese Chicken

Caprese Chicken cooked right in a sweet, garlic balsamic glaze with juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and topped with melted mozzarella cheese!

Ingredients

·         6 skinless , bone-in chicken thighs

·         1 teaspoon dried oregano*

·         1 teaspoon dried basil*

·         1 teaspoon salt

·         cracked black pepper , to taste

·         1 tablespoon olive oil (or a light spray of cooking oil spray)

·         2 tablespoons minced garlic

·         1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

·         2 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar , packed

·         1 1/2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes , divided

·         8 0z (250 g) fresh mozzarella cheese (or Bocconcini), cut into 6x 1/2-inch slices**

·         1/4 cup fresh basil leaves , chiffonade

Balsamic Glaze: (Optional To Serve)

·         1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

·         2 tablespoons brown sugar , packed

Instructions

1.  Preheat oven to 210°C | 410°F.

2.  Season each chicken thigh with the oregano, basil, salt and pepper.

3.  Heat the oil (or cooking spray) in a large oven-proof pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown, about 4 minutes each side. Transfer chicken to a plate; drain most of the excess oil, leaving about a teaspoon worth.

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