Grilled Caprese Chicken Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Caprese Grilled Chicken Salad. Juicy grilled chicken is combined with creamy mozzarella cheese, ripe cherry tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze. A salad that is not only visually stunning but also packed with deliciousness.
ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 2.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- 3.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- 4.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- 5.
Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips.
- 6.
Arrange fresh basil leaves, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese on a platter.
- 7.
Add the sliced grilled chicken on top of the salad.
- 8.
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad.
- 9.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 10.
Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of flavors.