Description
Grilled Chicken Caprese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of a classic Caprese salad with tender grilled chicken. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a summertime barbecue.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Caprese Toppings:
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
- Extra olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the Chicken: Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the Chicken: Grill chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Add Toppings: In the last 2 minutes of cooking, top each chicken breast with a slice of tomato and mozzarella. Close the grill lid to allow the cheese to melt slightly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove chicken from the grill, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and garnish with fresh basil. Serve with a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in olive oil, garlic, and Italian seasoning for 30 minutes before grilling.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables, pasta, or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
