Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken Caprese Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken Caprese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts; 1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Freshly Cracked Black Pepper; 1 can (14 Oz. Size) Diced Tomatoes; 1/2 cups Balsamic Vinegar; 3 cloves Garlic, Finely Chopped; 1 whole Bayleaf; 1 teaspoon Dried Basil; 1 whole Small Red Onion, Diced; 6 ounces, weight Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, For Serving; 1/4 cups Thinly Sliced Fresh Basil, For Serving

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoons Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
1 can (14 Oz. Size) Diced Tomatoes
1/2 cups Balsamic Vinegar
3 cloves Garlic, Finely Chopped
1 whole Bayleaf
1 teaspoon Dried Basil
1 whole Small Red Onion, Diced
6 ounces, weight Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, For Serving
1/4 cups Thinly Sliced Fresh Basil, For Serving

1
Drizzle olive oil in the bottom of a 4-quart or larger slow cooker.
2
Place chicken on top of oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper
3
In a small bowl, stir together the tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, garlic, bay leaf, basil, and onion.
4
Pour this mixture over the chicken.
5
Cover and cook until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, 5 to 6 hours on low heat or 2 1/2 to 3 hours on high heat, depending upon your slow cooker.
6
Transfer the chicken to a plate, then with a slotted spoon, scoop the tomato-balsamic slow cooker sauce over the chicken.
7
Top with mozzarella and fresh basil.
8
Notes: Because white meat chicken can dry out easily in the slow cooker, be sure to check your slow cooker towards the early end of the cooking time frame.
9
For the best taste, purchase a block of mozzarella cheese and grate it yourself, versus purchasing a pre-grated variety.

600

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, 1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt, 1/2 teaspoons Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken Caprese falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken Caprese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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