Can I make this Ground Chicken Caprese ahead of time?

Absolutely! You can cook the chicken and sauce earlier in the day, then add the cheese and tomatoes right before baking.

What’s the best side dish for this?

Crusty bread or garlic knots are perfection. It also pairs great with a light arugula salad or even over pasta if you want it heartier.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground chicken?

Yep! Ground turkey works just fine. The flavor will be slightly different, but still delicious.

How do I store leftovers?

Pop them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of extra sauce.

Ground Chicken Caprese That’ll Steal Your Heart in 30 Minute

Description

This Ground Chicken Caprese is a fast, one-skillet dinner packed with Italian-inspired flavors. Juicy cherry tomatoes, melty mozzarella pearls, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze make this dish a weeknight favorite that looks as good as it tastes.

Ingredients

Scale

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup diced onion
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 pounds ground chicken
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried parsley
8 ounces tomato sauce or marinara sauce
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
8 ounces mozzarella pearls
10 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
Fresh chopped basil (for garnish)
Grated parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Balsamic glaze (for garnish)

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 500°F.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Add ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks. Cook fully until no longer pink, then drain any excess drippings.
Season the chicken with kosher salt, oregano, basil, and parsley. Pour in tomato sauce and balsamic vinegar, stirring to combine.
Scatter mozzarella pearls and halved cherry tomatoes evenly over the chicken mixture.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 7–8 minutes, until the mozzarella is melted and the tomatoes are slightly blistered.
Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped basil, grated parmesan cheese, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.

Notes

Great served on its own, over pasta, or with crusty bread.
For a low-carb option, try serving over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.
Mozzarella pearls work best, but torn fresh mozzarella balls also melt beautifully.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 680 mg
Fat: 23 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 40 g
Cholesterol: 115 mg