Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4 boneless (, skinless chicken breasts (4 ounces each))
  • 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt (, plus a pinch for finishing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (, plus a pinch for finishing)
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 6 ounces fresh mozzarella
  • 2 medium-size tomatoes
  • 8 large fresh basil leaves (, cut into thin shreds)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (, for serving)

Instruction

  • Pound chicken breasts down to 1/2-inch thickness.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with salt, pepper, and dried basil.
  • Slice the mozzarella cheese into 1/4-inch thick-slices; set aside.
  • Slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices; set aside.
  • Warm a large stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat; add the oil and heat until shimmering.
  • Add the chicken in a single layer across the skillet and cook without touching it for 90 seconds.
  • Reduce heat to medium; flip the chicken over and top each piece of chicken with cheese slices and then tomato slices.
  • Cover with a lid and continue to cook for 3 minutes. The cheese should be just beginning to melt over the chicken.
  • Remove from heat, uncover and test the chicken for doneness. It should be white throughout with barely a hint of pink.
  • Sprinkle the tomatoes with a pinch of salt and pepper and top with fresh basil.
  • Drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
  • Serve.