Air Fryer Caprese Chicken is a delicious and elegant dish that brings the classic Italian Caprese flavors—juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil—to your dinner table in a light, healthy way. The air fryer perfectly cooks the chicken breast until tender and juicy, then melts the mozzarella into a golden, bubbly layer while the tomatoes roast to perfection. Drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze and finished with fresh basil, this dish is both visually stunning and bursting with flavor. It’s a quick and satisfying weeknight meal that tastes like something straight out of a Mediterranean restaurant.
Ingredients:
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
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1–2 Roma tomatoes, sliced
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Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
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Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Instructions:
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Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
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Pat the chicken breasts dry and rub them with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Top each chicken breast with slices of mozzarella and tomato. Return to the air fryer and cook for another 2–3 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Remove from the air fryer, top with fresh basil leaves, and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
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Serve warm with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
