Ground Chicken Caprese (Printable Version)
Juicy ground chicken with melted mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil in a flavorful Italian-inspired skillet dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 cup diced onion
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1 tablespoon chopped garlic
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2 pounds ground chicken
→ Sauce & Toppings
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8 ounces tomato sauce or marinara sauce
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8 ounces mozzarella pearls
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10 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
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Fresh basil leaves for garnish
# Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C).
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In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent and softened, about 2-3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add ground chicken to the skillet and cook until thoroughly browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess drippings.
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Season chicken with salt, oregano, basil, and parsley. Stir in tomato sauce and balsamic vinegar, combining thoroughly.
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Evenly distribute mozzarella pearls and halved cherry tomatoes over the chicken mixture.
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Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 7-8 minutes, or until cheese is completely melted and tomatoes begin to blister.
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Remove from oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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This one-skillet dish combines the classic flavors of Caprese salad with ground chicken for a protein-rich main course.