Well, here we find ourselves, again. Another week, another chicken breast. Another chance to be delighted at how EASY dinner can be! We transform the plain old bland white meat into a succulent, moist, and irresistibly delicious dinner this week. This week we make Cheesy Chicken Caprese!

With only three main ingredients, chicken, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese, this recipe is quick, easy, and oh-so-delicious. The last few weeks' recipes are not so much WHAT we are making but HOW we are preparing, and cooking makes all the difference.

The dual cooking method of pan-sear combined with finishing in the oven creates tender, juicy, and succulent chicken that everyone will rave about. But the real secret to this dish? Pounding the chicken before you cook it.

The easiest way to do this is with a large plastic bag and a small frying pan. Just place the meat in the bag and give it a good, solid, even WHACK with the bottom of the pan. You'll see how easily it flattens- and evenly as well. I prefer this method to a meat mallet any day as the tiny mallet only hits part of the meat at once, leaving you with uneven results. The frying pan is definitely key.

Making the chicken thinner not only tenderizes it but allows it to cook MUCH faster. Plus, you get the added benefit of a little arm workout and stress relief too!

The end result is oh-so-fabulous. The one-pot meal makes it a winner! Definitely put this one in the rotation this week- I can almost guarantee you've got these basic ingredients on hand.

Happy Cooking!
Stacey