Easy Caprese Skillet Chicken

Steps

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1. 1
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet, then add the chicken thighs or breasts and season both sides with salt and pepper.
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2. 2
   Cook the chicken on both sides until fully cooked through with a nice golden color, adjusting heat to avoid burning the outside before the inside cooks.
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3. 3
   Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet, leaving all the flavorful drippings and oil behind in the pan.
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   Slice the garlic cloves and sauté them briefly in the same skillet, being careful not to let them burn.
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   Add the cherry tomatoes (fresh or frozen) and season generously with salt. Sauté for a few minutes until the tomatoes soften and break down slightly, creating a sauce while remaining plump and juicy.
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   Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
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   Spread about 1 teaspoon of pesto on each chicken piece and smooth it out evenly for added flavor.
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   Generously top the chicken with fresh mozzarella or your cheese of choice, making sure to cover the chicken pieces.
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   Partially cover the skillet and let the cheese melt for a few minutes.
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    Garnish with fresh basil and a pinch of red pepper flakes for final flavor and a touch of heat.
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