Ladybug Chicken
Bring a whimsical touch to your dinner table with this playful and delicious Ladybug Chicken recipe! Juicy, seared chicken breasts are topped with creamy slices of fresh mozzarella, vibrant cherry tomatoes arranged to mimic ladybug spots, and fresh basil leaves to add a burst of color and herbaceous flavor. A drizzle of rich balsamic glaze ties everything together with a sweet and tangy finish. Perfectly cooked in the oven to tender perfection, this easy and creative dish is ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing option for entertaining. Serve alongside a crisp salad or crusty bread for a charming, picture-perfect plate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 20 pieces cherry tomatoes
- 12 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 8 slices fresh mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Brush both sides of each chicken breast with olive oil, then season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil if needed for searing.
Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Top each chicken breast with 2 slices of fresh mozzarella.
Arrange 5 cherry tomatoes on each chicken breast to resemble ladybug spots. You may slice some in half for variation.
Tuck a few basil leaves around the tomatoes to mimic the wings and add a pop of green color.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and drizzle each chicken breast with balsamic glaze before serving.
Serve warm with a side of salad or crusty bread for a charming and delicious meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.6 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.6 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 737 mg | 246% | |
| Sodium | 4471 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 273.2 g | 546% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1706 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 3031 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
