Description
Grilled Chicken Caprese is a delicious and healthy dish that combines grilled chicken breast with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the grilled chicken and layer it with mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil on a serving plate.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for a few hours before grilling.
- This dish can be served warm or cold.
- Pair with a side of mixed greens for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Grilled Chicken Caprese, Caprese salad with chicken