Description
Grilled Chicken Caprese is a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or casual dinners. This vibrant meal features juicy, balsamic-marinated chicken topped with fresh mozzarella, ripe cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, creating a delightful medley of flavors. It’s not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to serve on its own, in wraps, or over a bed of greens. Whether you’re hosting friends or looking for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe brings the essence of Italian cuisine right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 pound cherry tomatoes
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and sea salt in a glass container with the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
- Preheat your grill to 400ºF.
- Combine cherry tomatoes and mozzarella pearls in a bowl with olive oil; add sliced basil.
- Grill the marinated chicken for 8-10 minutes on each side until cooked through (no pink inside).
- Allow the chicken to rest before slicing and topping with the Caprese salad mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of grilled chicken with toppings (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg