Description
Caprese Chicken Foil Packs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil, all cooked together in foil packets to seal in the flavors and moisture. Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner, these foil packs combine classic Italian Caprese ingredients with tender, perfectly cooked chicken.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Caprese Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves, about 8 leaves
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Foil Packs: Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C). Tear off two large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, large enough to wrap each chicken breast with toppings.
- Season the Chicken: Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts and rub it evenly. Season with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
- Assemble Foil Packs: Place one seasoned chicken breast in the center of each foil sheet. Top each breast with halved cherry tomatoes and slices of fresh mozzarella. Add 4 basil leaves on top or tucked around the chicken.
- Seal the Foil Packs: Fold the foil over the chicken and seal tightly to create a packet, ensuring no steam escapes during cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the foil packs on the grill or in the oven. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the mozzarella is melted.
- Finish and Serve: Carefully open the foil packs, drizzle the balsamic glaze over the chicken and toppings, and garnish with additional fresh basil if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate chicken breasts for 30 minutes before cooking.
- If using an oven, place foil packs on a baking sheet for stability.
- Can be customized with different cheeses or herbs according to preference.
- Use fresh mozzarella for best melting and texture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in foil packs to retain moisture.
