Stuffed Chicken Caprese

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 2

Slice log of mozzarella cheese in half lengthwise and then cut each half into ¼” slices; set cheese aside.

Step 3

Repeat the same process with the Roma tomatoes (slice in half lengthwise and then cut into ¼” slices.)

Step 4

Using a small dish, combine Italian seasonings, salt and pepper.

Step 5

Drizzle lemon juice and olive oil evenly onto both sides of chicken breasts and then sprinkle evenly with Italian seasonings mixture.

Step 6

Using a sharp knife, cut deep slices every 1” in top of each chicken breast. (Note: Do not cut all the way through.)

Step 7

Insert one slice of cheese and one slice of tomato into each of the slits. Place chicken breasts on a foil-lined sheet pan.

Step 8

Bake uncovered for 28-30 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). (Note: Baking times will vary depending on size of chicken breasts. Continue cooking until chicken is no longer pink.)

Step 9

Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped basil and serve over cooked pasta with marinara sauce.