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Caprese Grilled Chicken Recipe

Caprese Grilled Chicken Recipe


  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious and flavorful Caprese Grilled Chicken recipe that combines juicy chicken breasts with a fresh tomato topping, basil pesto, and melty mozzarella cheese.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Tomato Topping:

  • 2 cups halved cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 1 large shallot, (halved and thinly sliced)
  • ½ cup thinly sliced basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

For Garnish:

  • 1/3 cup Basil Pesto, (storebought or homemade)
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts between parchment paper, pound to ½-inch thickness. Marinate in olive oil, balsamic, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.
  2. Make the Tomato Topping: Combine all topping ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  3. Grill the Chicken: Oil grill grates. Grill chicken for 4 minutes per side. Top with pesto and mozzarella. Cover and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes.
  4. Serve and Enjoy: Spoon tomato mixture over chicken before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg

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