Caprese Chicken Cutlets with Basil-Balsamic Drizzle

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour(optional)
• 1 medium tomatoes
• 0.25 cup fresh basil
• 4 oz fresh mozzarella
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp honey(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (15 minutes): Slice chicken breasts horizontally to form 2 thin cutlets. Season both sides with salt and black pepper. If using flour, lightly coat cutlets and shake off excess.

2. 2

   Cook (20 minutes): Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pan-sear cutlets 4–5 minutes per side (until cooked through). Transfer to plates.

3. 3

   Assemble: Slice tomatoes and mozzarella. Top each cutlet with tomato slices, mozzarella, and torn basil.

4. 4

   Finish: In the same skillet, reduce balsamic vinegar with honey (if using) for 1–2 minutes until slightly syrupy. Drizzle over the cutlets and serve immediately.