Description
Enjoy a delicious and satisfying Grilled Chicken Caprese Salad that combines tender grilled chicken with the classic flavors of a Caprese salad. This dish is perfect for a light and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 4-ounce chicken breast cutlets (pounded thin)
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (and fresh black pepper, to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
For the Salad:
- 6 cups baby arugula
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella (sliced thin)
- 3 cups grape tomatoes (halved)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves (chopped)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Rub the chicken with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and pepper.
- Preheat the Grill: Prepare the grill or grill pan and heat to medium-high.
- Prepare the Salad: Divide arugula onto plates.
- Grill the Chicken: Cook the chicken on the grill until done, then top with mozzarella and cook until melted.
- Assemble the Salad: Place the chicken on the arugula, top with tomatoes, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and garnish with basil.
Notes
- This salad is best served fresh and warm.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite salad ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Grilled Chicken, Caprese Salad, Healthy Salad Recipe
