Name: balsamic grilled chicken salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic minced; 8 ounces fresh mozzarella sliced; 3 ripe tomatoes sliced; handful fresh basil leaves; salt to taste; black pepper to taste; balsamic glaze for drizzling (optional)

Description

A vibrant salad combining juicy grilled chicken marinated in balsamic vinegar with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. This dish makes a satisfying and balanced meal perfect for warm-weather dining.

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic minced

8 ounces fresh mozzarella sliced

3 ripe tomatoes sliced

handful fresh basil leaves

salt to taste

black pepper to taste

balsamic glaze for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

1. whisk balsamic vinegar olive oil garlic salt and pepper in a bowl to make the marinade

2. add chicken breasts and coat evenly then marinate for at least 30 minutes

3. preheat grill or grill pan to medium high and oil the grates

4. grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred

5. let chicken rest for 5 minutes then slice diagonally

6. arrange tomato and mozzarella slices on a serving platter with basil leaves

7. place sliced chicken alongside or over the caprese layers

8. drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired and serve immediately

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 600
Fat: 20
Saturated Fat: 6
Unsaturated Fat: 12
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 10
Fiber: 2
Protein: 35
Cholesterol: 80

Keywords: balsamic chicken, caprese salad, grilled chicken, summer salad, mediterranean, easy dinner