Caprese Chicken

A delicious and healthy dish featuring grilled chicken topped with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Chicken

4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

Toppings

8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
1 cup fresh basil leaves for garnish
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze for drizzling

Method

Prepare the Chicken

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.

Assemble the Dish

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
Top each chicken breast with slices of fresh mozzarella and cherry tomatoes.
Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Serve immediately on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for a few hours before grilling.

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