CAPRESE STYLE CHICKEN WITH BEANS

 

INGREDIENTS

Serves 4

• 4 Tbsp. Olive Oil

• 8 Boneless skinless chicken thighs

• 2 Cloves Fresh Garlic finely chopped

• 10 Campari Tomatoes – quartered

• 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh Basil

• 2/3 Cup Dry White Wine

• Salt and Pepper to taste

• 1 Can (approx. 15.5 oz.) Cannellini Beans – drained

• 8 oz. Fresh Mozzarella slices or Ciliegine (little balls of fresh Mozzarella) – as pictured

• More Fresh Basil

• Balsamic Glaze (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Season the chicken with salt and peper – both sides and brown in the oil along with the garlic in an oven proof pan.

2. Add the tomatoes, basil and wine. Cook about 15 minutes uncovered at a strong simmer.

3. Add Mozzarella and beans.

4. Place pan in oven and cook at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

5. Garnish with fresh Basil.

6. Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze (optional but adds to the flavor!) and serve.