Caprese Chicken u0026amp; Rice
Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, and all the fresh, tangy flavors of a Caprese salad—this one-pan Caprese Chicken with rice is cozy, satisfying, and weeknight-friendly with a bold, herby twist.
Ingredients
- 2 tbs olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breast cubed
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbs basil pesto
- 1 tbs balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice, rinsed
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet or pot add the oil once its hot add the chicken, season with salt and pepper cook through
- Add the dried basil and garlic stir for 20 seconds
- Add the broth, tomatoes, pesto, and vinegar bring to a simmer
- Add the rinsed white rice simmer for 5 minutes uncovered and 5-10 minuets covered or until the rice is tender stir frequently
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top let it melt then serve
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Nutrition
Calories: 300kcal
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Hi! Would it be the same instructions if I used brown rice instead of white for this??