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30-Minute Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
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Line an extra-large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Season chicken breasts on both sides with the salt and black pepper.
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Place the melted butter, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.
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Brush the chicken on both sides with the garlic-herb butter, and arrange on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
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Trim the ends from the asparagus spears and place in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with the salt and black pepper. Toss the asparagus to evenly coat.
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Arrange asparagus on the other side of the baking sheet.
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Bake the chicken and asparagus on middle rack of oven for 12 minutes. While the chicken and asparagus bake, prepare the toppings.
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Cut the tomato into 1/4-inch thick slices. Slice the mozzarella ball into rounds a generous 1/4 inch thick.
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Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Place 2-3 tomato slices over each chicken breast and 2-3 mozzarella rounds over the tomatoes. With a rubber spatula, gently toss the asparagus.
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Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue baking until the chicken is cooked through and the mozzarella is melted, 8-10 minutes.
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Check to see that the dish is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Stack the basil leaves and roll into a tight log. Make very thin slices across the log to create ribbons.
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30-Minute Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese
Drizzle the balsamic reduction over the chicken. Garnish with basil, and sprinkle with sea salt. Serve immediately.