Caprese Grilled Chicken with Balsamic Reduction Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
245 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Caprese Grilled Chicken with Balsamic Reduction Recipe
Description
The recipe features boneless skinless chicken breasts grilled until cooked through, providing a tender and mildly smoky base. While the chicken cooks, balsamic vinegar is reduced by half on the stove, then blended with butter to form a glossy, flavorful sauce. Once the chicken is grilled, slices of mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves, and tomato are layered atop each piece, allowing the heat to slightly soften the cheese and warm the toppings.
The addition of the thickened balsamic reduction drizzle lends a sweet and tangy finish that cuts through the richness of the cheese. This combination creates a fresh yet hearty dish that pairs well with light sides or salads and works well for a warm dinner.
The recipe includes tips for marinating the chicken and preparing the balsamic reduction ahead of time to streamline cooking. Leftovers should be stored without the fresh toppings due to their delicate nature and consumed within a few days. The chicken itself freezes well if stored separately, but assembled Caprese chicken is best served fresh.
Ingredients
- 6 boneless meat skinless chicken breasts, grilled
- 1/4 /4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 6 lices mozzarella cheese
- 6 lices tomato
- 6 basil large leaves
Instructions
- Prepare chicken on the grill. As chicken is cooking, pour balsamic vinegar into sauce pan or skillet and cook until reduced by half. Add in butter and stir with a flat whisk until completely combined. Set aside.
- Top chicken with mozzarella cheese, basil leaf, and then tomato slice.
- Drizzle with balsamic reduction and serve warm.
Notes
- Marinate chicken and prepare balsamic reduction ahead; store both refrigerated until cooking.
- For best freshness, add basil, tomato, and balsamic reduction just before serving, especially if you expect leftovers.
- Grilled chicken can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen up to 3 months; reheat before assembling Caprese toppings.
- Due to fresh ingredients, assembled plates are best eaten the same day to maintain texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 245 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 245kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 329mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 516mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 530IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 154mg | 15% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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