Name: Fresh Chicken Caprese Salad with Balsamic Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 2 cloves garlic minced; salt and black pepper to taste; 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved; 8 oz fresh mozzarella slices; 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves; 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar for dressing; 2 tbsp olive oil for dressing; 1 tsp dijon mustard (optional)

Description

A vibrant Italian-inspired salad featuring grilled chicken, fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a tangy balsamic dressing. Perfect for a light dinner, picnic, or keto-friendly meal.

Ingredients

Scale

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

2 cloves garlic minced

salt and black pepper to taste

2 cups cherry tomatoes halved

8 oz fresh mozzarella slices

1 small bunch fresh basil leaves

3 tbsp balsamic vinegar for dressing

2 tbsp olive oil for dressing

1 tsp dijon mustard (optional)

Instructions

1. In a bowl whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper

2. Add chicken and marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes

3. Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high and oil lightly

4. Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side until 165°F internal temperature

5. Let chicken rest 5 minutes then slice thinly

6. Arrange chicken, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on a platter

7. Whisk balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and dijon mustard then drizzle over salad

8. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with extra basil

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: salad
Method: grilling
Cuisine: italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 salad
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 500
Fat: 20
Saturated Fat: 8
Unsaturated Fat: 12
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 8
Fiber: 2
Protein: 30
Cholesterol: 75

Keywords: chicken caprese, balsamic salad, keto salad, grilled chicken, italian salad, low carb, summer recipe