This baked chicken caprese recipe with homemade pesto is perfect for a quick midweek meal! It's low-carb, easy to make in 30 minutes, and uses fresh ingredients for maximum flavor.
Place the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken and brown on both sides, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
Remove the chicken to a 9x9 casserole dish.
Spoon approx. 2 Tablespoons of the pesto on top of each chicken breast.
Add a slice of fresh mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan to the top of each chicken.
Add cherry tomatoes to the casserole dish before placing in the oven.
Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, approximately 25 minutes.
Serve with a salad dressed with the leftover pesto and the cooked tomatoes.
Recipe Notes
Reduce the cooking timeIf you're strapped for time, you could cut the chicken breasts in half, cook them until brown, and assemble with pesto & cheese, cooking in the preheated oven for 10 - 12 minutes.