Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken
Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken delivers 5g protein and 171 calories per serving — a low-calorie side dish rather than a primary protein source. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, adding variety to your rotation without heavy macro commitment. Use alongside higher-protein mains to create balanced plates without excess calories.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •1 pinch salt (to season)
- •1 pinch pepper (to season)
- •Oregano, Dried(5g)
- •Basil, Fresh(5g)
- •Tomato
- •Tomatoes, Sun-Dried, Packed In Oil(60g)
- •Mozzarella Cheese
Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.
- •Basil, Fresh
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Vinegar, Balsamic(80g)
- •Brown sugar(30g)
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 180°C | 350°F. Cut a pocket about 3/4 quarter of the way through on the thickest side of each breast, being careful not to cut all the way.
- 2Season chicken with salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Pour 1 teaspoon of sun dried tomato oil over each breast, rubbing some of the seasoning inside the pockets.
- 3Fill each with 2 slices fresh tomato, 2 teaspoons sun dried tomato strips, one slice mozzarella cheese and basil leaves.
- 4Seal with 3-4 toothpicks diagonally to keep the filling inside while cooking.
- 5Heat 2 teaspoons of sun dried tomato oil (or olive oil) in a skillet or non stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and fry for 2 minutes on each side until golden.
- 6While the chicken is cooking, mix together the garlic, balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a small jug. Pour the mixture into the pan around the chicken; bring to a simmer while stirring occasionally, until the glaze has slightly thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
- 7Transfer pan to the preheated oven and continue to cook for a further 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese has melted.
- 8Remove toothpicks and drizzle with pan juices.
Nutrition — Per Serving
171
calories
5g
protein
2g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Saturated fat
- 0.4g
- Sodium
- 57 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.7g
4 servings per batch · ~105g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains only 5g of protein and 171 calories with 2g fat and 35g carbs. This macro profile is atypical for a chicken-based recipe and suggests the chicken portion is small relative to other components.
How long does Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken take to make?
It's a quick prep stovetop recipe that makes 4 servings in one batch. Minimal active cooking time makes this suitable for weeknight dinner preparation.
Is Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken good for fat loss?
At 171 calories per serving with minimal fat (2g), this recipe works for fat loss phases when you're looking for very low-calorie meal options. However, the low protein content (5g) means pairing it with additional protein sources to hit daily targets.
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