Description
Grilled Chicken Caprese is the ultimate summer dish, combining juicy balsamic-marinated chicken with fresh mozzarella, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and smoky grilled zucchini. This one-pan meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings, as it bursts with flavor while keeping cleanup to a minimum. The grilling method intensifies the taste of each ingredient, making every bite a delightful experience. Served topped with a refreshing Caprese salad and drizzled with balsamic reduction, this dish is both healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 pound cherry tomatoes
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
- 8 large basil leaves
- 2 pounds zucchini
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in a glass container with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and sea salt for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400ºF).
- Mix cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and olive oil in a bowl. Prepare basil by rolling and slicing into chiffonade.
- Grill marinated chicken for 8–10 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F).
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing; serve topped with the Caprese mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 372
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 135mg