Grilled Caprese Chicken
Grilled Caprese Chicken is a flavorful, protein-packed dish combining juicy grilled chicken breasts with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Top each grilled chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella and a tomato slice during the last minute of grilling. Close grill lid to melt cheese slightly.
- Remove from grill and top with fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked.
- Optional: marinate chicken for extra flavor.
- Best served fresh but can be reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Grilled Caprese Chicken, chicken caprese, balsamic chicken, grilled chicken mozzarella, Italian chicken
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