This Caprese Chicken Thighs Skillet recipe is an easy one-skillet chicken dish. It’s perfect for dinner on busy summer nights because you can serve it in less than an hour!
I share a lot of easy dinner recipes on my site and this is one of the simple recipes I know my readers will enjoy. This Chicken Caprese is a family favorite in my household. Not only is it made with simple ingredients that can easily be found at grocery stores, but my whole family loves its rich caprese flavors. The brown chicken thighs fit perfectly with the flavors of a caprese salad.
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What To Serve with Caprese Chicken Thighs Skillet?
Looking for the perfect dish for this Caprese Chicken Skillet? I highly recommend these:
- Zucchini Noodles
- Garlic Bread
- Pesto Pasta
- Panzanella Salad
Notes
- Multi-color cherry tomatoes are suggested for visual appeal.
- You can use chicken breasts in this recipe if you prefer it over chicken thighs.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Serves: 6
Ingredients for Caprese Chicken Thighs Skillet
- 3 T. extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts)
- 1½ T. Italian seasoning, divided
- 1/2 t. red pepper flakes
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
- 3 T. unsalted butter
- ¼ c. chicken stock
- 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half or quartered depending on size
- 8 oz. fresh Mozzarella slices 1/4” thick
- 1/4 t. crushed red pepper (optional)
- Several springs of fresh basil
Supplies Used
- Oven-safe skillet
- Airtight container (for your leftovers)
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How To Make Caprese Chicken Thighs Skillet
#1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
#2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
#3. Combine Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Place chicken thighs in a large bowl and drizzle with the remaining olive oil. Sprinkle chicken with one tablespoon of Italian seasoning. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Toss to evenly coat. Transfer to the hot skillet.
#4. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken develops a golden brown crust. Remove from heat and add butter, chicken stock, and fresh tomatoes. Top the boneless chicken thighs with a slice of fresh Mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with the remaining Italian seasoning mixture. Season to taste with additional salt, black pepper and red pepper, if using.
#5. Transfer skillet to pre-heated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken cooks through and the Mozzarella is melted. Remove from the oven and allow the juicy chicken to rest for 5 minutes.
#6. To serve, spoon pan sauce over the chicken with tomato slices and top with fresh basil sprigs. Enjoy!
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