Description
A fresh and flavorful salad combining grilled chicken with classic Caprese ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Rub chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- Arrange mixed greens on a plate.
- Top with sliced chicken, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
- Substitute arugula or spinach for mixed greens.
- Add avocado for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
