Chicken Caprese
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
511 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Caprese
Description
The recipe begins by butterflying chicken breasts and seasoning them with olive oil, garlic powder, dried basil, salt, and pepper. After marinating, the chicken is grilled until cooked through and tender. Meanwhile, a fresh topping is prepared from chopped ripe tomatoes, finely diced red onion, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt.
The grilled chicken is served with a slice of fresh mozzarella on each piece, topped with the tomato mixture and drizzled with a honey balsamic vinaigrette made from olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey. The flavor profile balances the savory grilled chicken with the fresh, acidic tomato topping and creamy mozzarella, rounded out by the vinaigrette’s sweetness.
This dish pairs well with light sides such as salad or crusty bread and suits casual lunches or dinners. Using the ripest tomatoes enhances freshness, and grilling can be done outdoors or on a grill pan. An instant-read thermometer ensures the chicken reaches safe internal temperature.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast halved, boneless and skinless
- 3 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil divided
- salt to taste, freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon basil dried
- 3 tomato chopped, medium
- ½ cup red onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 4 mozzarella slices
- basil fresh
Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
- 2 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Half each chicken breast horizontally as if you are butterflying it (Now you should have 4 thinner chicken breasts). Brush each chicken breast with some olive oil (about 2 Tbsp) and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder and dried basil. Set aside and let marinate until you prepare the tomato topping. If you have time you can marinate it for a couple of hours or overnight.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, red onion, and minced garlic. Add about 1 Tbsp olive oil, season with salt and mix well.
- Grill chicken over medium-high heat (or use a grill pan to cook the chicken on the cook top).
- While you grill the chicken, prepare the honey balsamic vinaigrette. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
- When the chicken is done, serve on a plate and place 1 mozzarella slice over each chicken breast. Top with tomato mixture and drizzle some honey balsamic vinaigrette. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use ripe plum tomatoes or cherry tomatoes for the freshest topping flavor.
- Grill chicken on a hot outdoor grill or preheated grill pan to cook evenly.
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked to 165°F using an instant-read thermometer for safety and juiciness.
- Marinate chicken for a few hours or overnight for deeper flavor if time permits.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 511 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 290g | |
| Calories | 511kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 16.9g | 6% |
| Protein | 42.3g | 85% |
| Fat | 31.1g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8g | 39% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.3g | 137% |
| Cholesterol | 116mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 565mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 7% |
| Sugar | 12.2g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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