Name: Easy Chicken and Caprese Salad with Balsamic Flavor
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 6 oz fresh mozzarella balls; 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced; 1 cup mixed greens or arugula; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1 tsp honey; 1 clove garlic, minced; salt and pepper to taste

Description

This fresh and colorful salad pairs juicy grilled chicken with creamy mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and a tangy homemade balsamic dressing. It’s a simple yet satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners or light lunch.

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

6 oz fresh mozzarella balls

2 ripe tomatoes, sliced

1 cup mixed greens or arugula

1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

3 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 tsp honey

1 clove garlic, minced

salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a bowl whisk 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper then coat chicken and marinate 20 minutes.

2. Heat grill pan over medium-high heat, brush with oil and grill chicken 5-6 minutes per side until 165°F internal temperature.

3. Let chicken rest 5 minutes then slice into strips.

4. Arrange greens on a platter, layer tomato slices, mozzarella, basil leaves and sliced chicken.

5. Whisk remaining olive oil, balsamic vinegar and honey in a small bowl to make dressing.

6. Drizzle dressing over salad and garnish with extra basil before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: salad
Method: grilling
Cuisine: italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 salad
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 500
Fat: 25
Saturated Fat: 8
Unsaturated Fat: 15
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 10
Fiber: 2
Protein: 35
Cholesterol: 85

Keywords: chicken, caprese, salad, balsamic, mozzarella, tomatoes, grilled chicken, italian salad, summer recipe, healthy