Caprese Chicken with Zucchini and Tomatoes Skillet
Caprese Chicken with Zucchini and Tomatoes Skillet is a vibrant and healthy dish that beautifully combines juicy chicken, fresh zucchini, and ripe tomatoes into one satisfying skillet meal. This recipe captures the classic Caprese flavors of mozzarella and basil while adding nutritious vegetables, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. The simplicity of one-pan cooking means less cleanup so you can focus on enjoying this delicious dish with family or friends. Serve it alone or with pasta for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 lbs zucchini (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1.5 lb tomatoes (sliced)
- 9 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (thinly sliced)
- 7 garlic cloves (minced)
- 6 oz can low-sodium tomato paste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat a large deep skillet over medium heat; add oil and chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes.
- Move chicken aside, add garlic to the skillet, and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, oregano, remaining salt, and basil; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add zucchini; cover and cook for another 12 minutes until tender.
- Top with mozzarella slices; cover again and simmer until cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg