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Peach Basil Chicken Caprese Recipe

Peach basil chicken caprese with grilled-style chicken topped with melted mozzarella, juicy peaches, and cherry tomatoes, finished with fresh basil and balsamic glaze. Quick skillet method delivers a bright, layered Caprese-inspired dinner in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts Pounded to even thickness so they cook at the same rate.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Used to sear the chicken in a hot skillet.
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Seasoning blend for both sides.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Adds savory flavor to the chicken.
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder Rounds out the seasoning.
  • 1 tsp kosher salt Season to taste for even flavor.
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper Freshly ground or pre-ground works.
Toppings
  • 2 ripe peaches Sliced; arrange over the hot chicken.
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella Sliced for quick melting during the last minute.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved so they sit nicely on top.
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves Sprinkle generously right after removing from heat.
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze Drizzle at the end for a glossy finish.
  • 1 tbsp butter Optional pat for extra richness.

Equipment

  • 1 cast iron skillet
  • 1 Dutch oven

Method
 

Prep and season
  1. Pound the boneless skinless chicken breasts to an even thickness so they cook uniformly.
  2. Season both sides of the boneless skinless chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Cook chicken and melt mozzarella
  1. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Cook the boneless skinless chicken breasts for 5–6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. During the last minute, top each boneless skinless chicken breast with fresh mozzarella and cover briefly until the cheese melts.
Assemble and finish
  1. Arrange the ripe peaches slices and cherry tomatoes over the chicken while it’s still hot.
  2. Remove from the heat, then sprinkle generously with fresh basil leaves.
  3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and finish with a small pat of butter for extra richness if desired.

Notes

Pro tip: keep the skillet hot (medium-high) so the chicken browns quickly without drying out. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid rubbery chicken and melt-off mozzarella. Freezing isn’t recommended because the peaches can turn soft. For a lighter option, use part-skim mozzarella and reduce the butter to skip the extra richness without changing the core method.