Description
Grilled Chicken Caprese is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Italian cuisine to your table. Featuring succulent grilled chicken breasts topped with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic basil, this meal is drizzled with a homemade balsamic reduction that adds a tangy sweetness. Perfect for family dinners, summer gatherings, or quick weeknight meals, this recipe combines ease and elegance in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella
- 4 slices ripe tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons sliced fresh basil
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spray the grill with non-stick cooking spray. Place the seasoned chicken on the grill and cook until almost fully cooked through.
- Top each piece of chicken with a slice of mozzarella cheese. Close the grill lid and cook for an additional few minutes until the cheese melts.
- Remove from the grill and layer each chicken breast with a slice of tomato and freshly sliced basil. Drizzle generously with the balsamic reduction before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 135mg