{"id":249484,"date":"2026-07-01T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/01\/the-chicken-dinner-that-checks-every-box-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2026-07-01T10:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T10:00:00","slug":"the-chicken-dinner-that-checks-every-box-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/01\/the-chicken-dinner-that-checks-every-box-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"The Chicken Dinner That Checks Every Box &#8211; The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Baked Caprese chicken is nothing less than delicious and delightful! It\u2019s fancy enough for company but simple enough for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that your family will go crazy for!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>This baked caprese chicken is one of those dinners that <strong>checks all the boxes<\/strong>. It\u2019s <strong>easy<\/strong> to throw together, <strong>full of fresh flavor<\/strong>, and <strong>hearty<\/strong>. The chicken stays juicy, the mozzarella gets perfectly melty, and the tomatoes and basil make every bite so good.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of a baking dish with baked caprese chicken.\" class=\"wp-image-342352\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-why-this-chicken-is-a-weeknight-win\">Why This Chicken is a Weeknight Win<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>So Much Flavor:<\/strong> Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, sweet tomatoes, and fresh basil come together with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. YUM!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Easy Weeknight Dinner:<\/strong> This baked caprese chicken comes together fast and bakes in one dish, which means less mess and less stress.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fresh But Filling:<\/strong> It has all the bright caprese flavors you love, but the chicken makes it hearty enough for dinner. Serve it with orzo pasta, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/instant-pot-rice\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"116513\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">rice<\/a>, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/green-goddess-salad\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"201305\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">simple salad<\/a>!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-reader-review cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-reader-review__inner\"><!-- .block-reader-review__stars --><\/p>\n<p class=\"block-reader-review__title\">A Reader\u2019s Review<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-reader-review__quote\">\n<p>I literally NEVER leave reviews but holy cow was this the best recipe I\u2019ve had in awhile. I cut my chicken super thin and used the broiler at the end to get the cheese extra melty. This will be a weekly dish in my house for sure. Feels like it came straight from a restaurant!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__quote --><\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Kayla<\/p>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__citation --><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-reader-review --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-baked-caprese-chicken-ingredients\">Baked Caprese Chicken Ingredients<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-342367\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken-1200x800.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-342367\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IngredientsWithLabelBakedCapreseChicken-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Cheese:<\/strong> Use fresh mozzarella if you can, but sliced block mozzarella or a scant \u00bc cup shredded mozzarella will work. For the best melt, shred it yourself instead of using pre-shredded.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomatoes:<\/strong> Grape tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, or ripe sliced tomatoes all work! Sweeter tomatoes may need a little less honey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-baked-caprese-chicken\">How to Make Baked Caprese Chicken<\/h2>\n<p>You need this baked caprese chicken in your dinner arsenal for those nights when you want something easy but still really good. It uses simple ingredients, bakes in one pan, and gives you juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, and fresh tomato basil flavor. Just like in my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/caprese-skewers\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"34201\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Caprese skewers<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/caprese-salad\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"111240\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Caprese Salad<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Prep:<\/strong> Preheat the oven to 400\u00b0F. Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch or 3-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, then lay\u00a0the chicken\u00a0in it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make Sauce:<\/strong> Combine the balsamic vinegar,\u00a0honey,\u00a0garlic,\u00a0olive oil,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/italian-seasoning\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"126164\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Italian seasoning<\/a>,\u00a0salt, and\u00a0pepper in a small bowl.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Sauce: <\/strong>Pour the sauce over the chicken.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Soak Chicken: <\/strong>Flip the chicken over in the sauce to coat both sides.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add:<\/strong> Add\u00a0the grape tomatoes\u00a0around the chicken, and lay the tomato slices\u00a0on top of the breasts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake:<\/strong> Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3PoqZCw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">internal temperature<\/a> reaches 165\u00b0. In the last 5 minutes, add\u00a0the mozzarella on top of the chicken.\u00a0 If desired, broil on HIGH for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and browning. Top Baked Caprese Chicken with basil\u00a0and serve.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" data-id=\"342372\" alt=\"Chicken breasts in the bottom of the baking dish. \" class=\"wp-image-342372\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1-1200x799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1-1200x799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" data-id=\"342372\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1-1200x799.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken breasts in the bottom of the baking dish. \" class=\"wp-image-342372\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1-1200x799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"342370\" alt=\"Sauce ingredients whisked together in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-342370\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"342370\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Sauce ingredients whisked together in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-342370\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"342368\" alt=\"Sauce poured over the toped of the chicken in the pan. \" class=\"wp-image-342368\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"342368\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Sauce poured over the toped of the chicken in the pan. \" class=\"wp-image-342368\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"342373\" alt=\"Chicken breasts flipped over to cover them entirely with sauce. \" class=\"wp-image-342373\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"342373\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken breasts flipped over to cover them entirely with sauce. \" class=\"wp-image-342373\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"342369\" alt=\"Tomatoes added to the pan. \" class=\"wp-image-342369\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"342369\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Tomatoes added to the pan. \" class=\"wp-image-342369\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"342371\" alt=\"Mozzarella added to the top of the tomatoes on the chicken. \" class=\"wp-image-342371\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"342371\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Mozzarella added to the top of the tomatoes on the chicken. \" class=\"wp-image-342371\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/BakedCapreseChicken-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-serving-ideas\">Serving Ideas<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sandwich:<\/strong> Serve it as an open-face sandwich. Slice the chicken and add it to a <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/ciabatta-bread\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"190990\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">crusty piece of bread<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pesto:<\/strong> Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze, or a couple of spoonfuls of prepared <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/creamy-pesto\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"200248\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">pesto<\/a> on top!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken.jpg&amp;description=Baked Caprese Chicken\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"47888\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-48154\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"48154\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-3692425454\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-3692425454\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-48154-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-48154-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"48154\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-48154-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch or 3-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, then lay <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-0 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">4 boneless skinless chicken breasts<\/span> in it. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-48154-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Combine <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-1 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bc cup balsamic vinegar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-2 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">2 tablespoons honey<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-3 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 teaspoon minced garlic<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-4 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 tablespoon olive oil<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-5 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 teaspoon Italian seasoning<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-6 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-7 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bc teaspoon ground black pepper<\/span> together in a small bowl. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-48154-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour the sauce over the chicken, then flip the chicken over in the sauce in order to fully coat each breast. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-48154-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-8 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 cup grape tomatoes<\/span> to the dish around the chicken, and lay <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-9 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">4-8 slices of tomato<\/span> on top of the breasts.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-48154-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.  In the last 5 minutes, add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-10 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">4 slices fresh mozzarella<\/span> on top of the chicken. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-48154-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">If desired, broil on HIGH for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and browning. Top with <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-48154-11 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">chopped fresh basil<\/span> and serve. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-48154-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Leftover Instructions<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fridge:<\/strong> Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Freezer:<\/strong> Freeze the chicken with the balsamic sauce in an airtight freezer container for up to 3 months. Thaw completely before reheating. Add fresh tomatoes and mozzarella when reheating for the best texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheat:<\/strong> Reheat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, or bake at 375\u00b0F for 20-30 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165\u00b0F. Add fresh tomato slices and mozzarella on top before reheating, if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-48154-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">305<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">15<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">31<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">13<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.01<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">95<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">607<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">626<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">13<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">770<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">170<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-empty\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-related-posts cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-post-listing layout-4up-list\">\n<header>\n<div class=\"block-post-listing__title\">\n<h2>More Chicken Recipes You&#8217;ll Love<\/h2>\n<p>Chicken is an absolute staple in our home so the more recipes that I have on hand that involve chicken, the better! Here are a few tried and true chicken recipes that I know that your family will love! Add them to your weekly meal planning and I know that your family and friends will keep coming back for more! Enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Someone lifting the baked caprese chicken out of the pan with a wooden spatula. \" class=\"wp-image-342353\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. Easy, fresh, and so good.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-caprese-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Baked Caprese Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-2-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/baked-caprese-chicken-2-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Someone lifting the baked caprese chicken out of the pan with a wooden spatula. \" class=\"wp-image-342353\" title=\"Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze all baked in one pan. 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