Description
A delightful combination of juicy grilled chicken, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and sun-ripened tomatoes, perfect for summertime grilling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced or cubed
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, whole
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by marinating the chicken. In a shallow dish, mix together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they’re well-coated. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the marinated chicken on the grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the caprese salad. In a large bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
- Slice the grilled chicken and serve on a platter, topped with the tomato and mozzarella mixture.
Notes
For juicier chicken, consider marinating overnight. You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg