Description
Summer’s sizzling Grilled Chicken Caprese brings Italian flavors right to your backyard grill. Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil merge with perfectly charred chicken, creating a Mediterranean-inspired dish that promises pure deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons (tbsps) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (tsp) Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2–3 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 8 ounces (oz) fresh mozzarella, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Instructions
- Seasoning: Generously coat chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, allowing flavors to penetrate while preparing the grill.
- Grilling Preparation: Heat grill to medium-high temperature, ensuring even cooking surface. Position chicken breasts on grates, cooking for 5-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F, achieving a perfectly charred exterior.
- Cheese and Tomato Layer: During final cooking moments, strategically place fresh tomato slices and mozzarella atop each chicken piece. Close grill lid momentarily, allowing cheese to melt and create a luxurious topping.
- Finishing Touch: Transfer grilled chicken to serving platter. Garnish with vibrant fresh basil leaves and artfully drizzle balsamic glaze, enhancing the dish’s visual appeal and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Select ripe, juicy tomatoes and fresh mozzarella for maximum flavor and texture in the Caprese topping.
- Maintain medium-high heat to ensure chicken cooks evenly without burning, creating perfect grill marks and sealing in moisture.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal chicken temperature, preventing overcooking and keeping the meat tender and juicy.
- Replace mozzarella with dairy-free cheese alternatives for lactose-intolerant guests, or use plant-based chicken substitutes for vegetarian options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg