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This Tender Italian Caprese Chicken combines the vibrant flavors of Italy with the convenience of your slow cooker.
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With juicy chicken breasts slow-cooked in a savory blend of garlic, tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar, and finished with fresh mozzarella and basil, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with taste.
Perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion, this recipe will surely become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups fresh cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced or cubed
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
Step 2: Add to Slow Cooker
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the slow cooker.
Step 3: Layer Flavors
- Sprinkle the minced garlic over the chicken.
- Pour the drained diced tomatoes and balsamic vinegar over the chicken.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
Step 4: Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
Step 5: Add Final Ingredients
- About 30 minutes before serving, add the fresh cherry tomatoes and mozzarella to the slow cooker.
- Cover and let them warm through.
Step 6: Finish and Serve
- Just before serving, sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the top.
FAQs
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, chicken thighs work well in this recipe. They will add a bit more flavor and can be even more tender.
How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
Simple Italian Caprese Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes drained
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups fresh cherry tomatoes halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese sliced or cubed
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
- Add to Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the slow cooker.
- Layer Flavors: Sprinkle the minced garlic over the chicken. Pour the drained diced tomatoes and balsamic vinegar over the chicken. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
- Add Final Ingredients: About 30 minutes before serving, add the fresh cherry tomatoes and mozzarella to the slow cooker. Cover and let them warm through.
- Finish and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the top. Serve hot and enjoy!
Hey Sandra, can I throw some BBQ sauce in with the chicken, or would that mess up the flavors? Wanna add a twist.
BBQ sauce makes everything better, just sayin’.
I’d say stick to the recipe first time, then experiment. You might overpower the caprese vibes with too strong a BBQ flavor!
hey, can I throw in some extra cheese in the final steps, or will that mess the flavor up? cheese makes everything better, right Sandra?
this recipe looks easy but do i rly need to use all them layers, or can i just dump everything in at once?
Just tried this recipe out and my family loved it! So easy and delicious. Thanks for sharing, Sandra!
Love seeing recipes that keep it lean and tasty! Thanks for sharing, Sandra! Gonna try this for my meal prep.
If one cooks a chicken in a forest, and no one is around to eat it, has it truly been cooked? Reflections on solitude and the essence of meals.
who even measures ingredients, just throw it all in and hope for the best
Looks good! Gonna try this but with extra chicken for the gains. Protein is king!
Great, another chicken recipe. Because there’s clearly a shortage of those on the internet.
i don’t see the point of slow cooking when you got ovens. Seems like a lot of waiting for something you can zap faster.
I’m curious about the choice of herbs in step 3. Could using dried herbs instead of fresh ones significantly alter the taste profile?
Using fresh basil from my garden for this recipe was a game changer! The aroma and taste added so much. Thanks for a great recipe, Sandra!
Caprese chicken, but where’s the pasta? Everything’s better with spaghetti!
This is a mockery of Italian cuisine. Real Caprese wouldn’t be caught dead in a slow cooker.
Just nailed this recipe and won a little family cook-off. The caprese twist was a hit! Cheers for the inspo!
Sure, but where do you suggest getting truly organic chicken that isn’t overpriced?
gonna try this recipe for the game night this weekend, looks easy enough for me, hope it tastes good as it looks
good luck, nothing beats the grill though. slow cookers are for lazy cooks.
we’ll see, grillmaster. might surprise you.
I think the layering of flavors is crucial in slow cooker recipes. However, I’ve read that adding certain ingredients too early can lead to them losing their potency. Thoughts, Sandra?