Description
Balsamic Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad is a deliciously vibrant dish that marries flavorful grilled chicken with creamy avocado, fresh mozzarella, and colorful cherry tomatoes. This salad shines through its rich balsamic dressing, which not only enhances the ingredients but also serves as a delightful marinade. Perfect for a quick lunch or an impressive dinner at gatherings, this recipe is both satisfying and nutritious. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless chicken thigh fillets
- 5 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup bocconcini cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, dried basil, and salt in a bowl.
- Place chicken thighs in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over them. Reserve the rest for dressing later.
- Heat olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Let it rest before slicing.
- In a large bowl or platter, layer Romaine lettuce with avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, bocconcini cheese, and sliced chicken. Top with fresh basil and drizzle with reserved dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg