Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese – an easy weeknight dinner with flavor-packed marinated chicken, fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and a balsamic glaze drizzle.
Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese
You are going to love this super easy sheet pan chicken dinner, the flavors are so summery and fresh, and it truly could not be easier to throw together! You don’t even need a knife or cutting board. Roasted cherry tomatoes cook alongside a marinated chicken breast, then the chicken is topped with fresh sliced mozzarella cheese and a delicious balsamic glaze. Top with torn fresh basil. All the flavors of a classic caprese salad but made into an easy dinner!
Ingredients for Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese Recipe
- Chicken Breasts – boneless skinless chicken breast. Four small breasts about 1/2 pound each or two large one pound breasts cut in half lengthwise. This will ensure the cooking time for the chicken and cherry tomatoes is the same. Chicken thighs can be substituted if preferred.
- Olive Oil – to build the marinade and drizzle on the tomatoes.
- Red Wine Vinegar – to build the marinade. White Wine Vinegar, Apple Cider Vinegar, or Balsamic Vinegar would be a good substitute. If you don’t have any vinegar you can use fresh lemon juice.
- Garlic Powder – cloves of freshly minced garlic can be used instead.
- Onion Powder – sliced fresh onion can be used instead.
- Italian Seasoning
- Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Slices – I like the sliced fresh mozzarella but any type of mozzarella cheese would work, including shredded.
- Fresh Basil – to avoid any chopping, use torn fresh basil.
How to Make Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken
- Marinate chicken: Whisk olive oil, vinegar, spices, and salt/pepper in a bowl. Marinate chicken breasts for 15 minutes.
- Roast tomatoes and chicken: Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, spices, and salt/pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet with chicken in the center. Season chicken again. Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes.
- Broil and serve: Top chicken with cheese and balsamic glaze. Broil for 3-5 minutes until cheese melts. Garnish with fresh basil and serve.
Recipe Tips
- This can be a light meal served with just a salad, or a fuller meal served over pasta with a salad.
- Cooking time will vary depending on size of chicken breasts. Use an instant read meat thermometer to ensure chicken is at the safe cooking temperature.
- For easy clean up, line the sheet pan with wide aluminum foil.
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Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese
Servings: 4
Calories: 531kcal
Equipment
- 18×13 Half Sheet Pan
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Chicken Caprese
- 2 pounds chicken breasts 4 small breasts or two large breasts cut in half lengthwise
- 1 1/2 pounds cherry tomatoes washed and patted dry
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella
- fresh basil
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
Instructions
Chicken Marinade
- In a medium sized bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken breasts and marinate for 15 minutes.
Chicken Caprese
- Preheat oven to 400℉ and adjust oven rack to upper third of oven. On an 18×13 sheet pan, toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, kosher salt, and pepper. Arrange tomatoes around edge of sheet pan and place chicken breasts in center. Season chicken breasts lightly with additional salt and pepper.
- Bake chicken and tomatoes for 20 minutes, or until internal temperature of chicken is just shy of 165℉. Remove from oven and top with mozzarella and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Turn on oven broiler and broil chicken for 3-5 minutes, watching to make sure it doesn't burn. Once cheese is melted sprinkle with fresh basil and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 531kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 56g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 168mg | Sodium: 1333mg | Potassium: 1255mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1102IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 3mg
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I just made it and can confirm, it was a culinary masterpiece! The marinated chicken pairs perfectly with the fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil! It’s a recipe that’s perfect for repeating!
The best part is how simple this is to prepare—just toss everything on a sheet pan and bake. It’s a delicious, low-effort meal that feels gourmet, making it perfect for busy nights when you still want something special. Highly recommend!
My family was impressed with this meal I made for dinner last night! It was looking so fancy and very delicious! We loved it!
This is so easy to make an absolutely delicious! I love this recipe!
I tried your Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese recipe for dinner last night, and it was a hit with the whole family! The chicken was perfectly cooked and juicy, and the fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil added such bright and delicious flavors.
This was absolutely amazing. I seriously couldn’t get enough of it. Thanks so much!