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Grilled Chicken Caprese

Grilled Chicken Caprese Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 4 slices fresh mozzarella (about 4 oz total)
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced ½-inch thick
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
  • ¼ cup balsamic glaze

Method
 

  1. Heat grill to medium-high, 400°F. Toss chicken with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Let sit 10 minutes.
  2. Grill chicken 6-7 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  3. Place mozzarella and tomato slices on hot chicken, cover loosely with foil, and rest 5 minutes.
  4. Remove foil, top with basil, drizzle with balsamic glaze, slice, and serve.

Notes

Letting the chicken rest under foil is key to juicy meat; don’t skip it. If your chicken breasts are very thick, pound them to an even thickness before seasoning so they cook evenly. The balsamic drizzle is best added right before serving, or the glaze can slide off if it sits too long.