Description
Balsamic Chicken Caprese Salad is a vibrant dish that brings together juicy grilled chicken, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil all drizzled with a tangy balsamic reduction. Perfect for summer gatherings or light weeknight dinners, this salad is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. Quick to prepare, it’s an ideal choice for those looking to impress without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of sugar for balsamic reduction
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until cooked through and golden brown.
- For the balsamic reduction, simmer balsamic vinegar with a pinch of sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat until reduced by half (about 10 minutes).
- Slice the cooked chicken into strips. In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves.
- Add sliced chicken to the bowl and drizzle with balsamic reduction and olive oil; toss gently to combine.
- Serve warm or chill before serving as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 120mg