Balsamic Chicken and Fresh Mozzarella
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Balsamic Chicken and Fresh Mozzarella
| Wed, 06-27-2007 - 7:08am |
Balsamic Chicken and Fresh Mozzarella
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Yields: 10 servings
"Marinated chicken breast halves are pan-fried and layered with tomato, basil and fresh mozzarella for an elegant and lovely meal."
INGREDIENTS:
10 skinless, boneless chicken
breast halves
1 (16 fl oz) bottle balsamic
vinaigrette salad dressing
2 tomatoes, sliced
2 pounds fresh mozzarella,sliced
1 bunch fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and freshly ground black
pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
1.
Place chicken in a shallow dish or large resealable plastic bag. Pour the dressing over it, cover or seal, and marinate in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
2.
Coat a large skillet with cooking spray or oil, and set over low heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Saute chicken breast halves over low heat for about 30 minutes, or until juices run clear.
3.
Arrange chicken on a serving platter. Place a generous slice of fresh mozzarella on top of each piece. Place a leaf of basil on top of the cheese, and cover with a slice of tomato. Dash balsamic vinegar over the platter, and season with salt and pepper. Serve!



This just replaced chicken quesadillas - look out - we're getting crazy this week!!!!
"Crazy with the cheese-whiz" used to be my expression.... but now that I'm on South Beach I need something new like.... Getting crazy with the reduced fat, high fiber whole wheat pasta!!!
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