Grilled Chicken Caprese
Grilled Chicken Caprese is a vibrant and delicious summer dish that effortlessly combines juicy, balsamic-marinated chicken with creamy mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this meal captures the essence of fresh flavors with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for salad)
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 pound cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls (drained and halved)
- 8 large leaves of basil
- Flaked Maldon finishing sea salt to taste
- 2 pounds zucchini
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a glass container, combine chicken breasts, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and sea salt. Mix well and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 2. Prepare the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
- 3. Make the Caprese Salad Topping: In a bowl, mix halved cherry tomatoes and mozzarella pearls with olive oil. Chiffonade basil leaves and add to the mixture.
- 4. Grill the Chicken: Place marinated chicken on the grill for about 8-10 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- 5. Grill Zucchini: Add zucchini halves to the grill alongside chicken during the last few minutes of cooking.
- 6. Rest & Serve: Let grilled chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve topped with Caprese salad mixture and drizzled with balsamic reduction.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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