Caprese Chicken Casserole

Ingredients :

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• Extra basil leaves for garnish

Directions :

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and sear until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
4. Transfer the seared chicken to a greased baking dish.
5. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Add the halved tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, oregano, and dried basil. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.
7. Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken in the baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
9. Remove from the oven and top with fresh chopped basil and extra basil leaves for garnish. Enjoy!