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Delicious Grilled Chicken Caprese with basil, mozzarella, and tomatoes on a plate

Grilled Chicken Caprese

A flavorful dish made with juicy grilled chicken topped with creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and ripe tomatoes, enhanced by a homemade balsamic reduction.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces chicken breasts (pounded to 1/2-inch thickness) Ensure even thickness for consistent cooking.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For coating the chicken.
  • 1.5 tsp Italian seasoning For seasoning the chicken.
  • 3/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt To taste.
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper To taste.
  • 4 slices fresh mozzarella Preferably BelGioioso.
  • 4 slices tomato Cut into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  • 3 tbsp fresh basil Thinly sliced into ribbons.

For the Balsamic Reduction

  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar Preferably Pompeian.
  • 1.5 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Start by preparing the balsamic reduction. Pour the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar into a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently as it heats up, and allow it to simmer until it reduces by half, about 10 minutes.
  • While the balsamic reduction is simmering, season the chicken breasts. Drizzle olive oil over each breast, coating them evenly. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper over both sides.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Cooking

  • Once heated, place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill. Cook them for around 6-7 minutes on one side. Flip them when they’re grill-marked and nearly cooked through.
  • After flipping the chicken, add a slice of mozzarella on top of each breast. Close the lid to the grill and let the cheese melt as the chicken finishes cooking, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Once the chicken is cooked through, transfer the breasts to a serving platter. Top each piece with fresh tomato slices and ribbons of basil. Finally, drizzle the balsamic reduction over the top.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check chicken doneness for perfect results. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after grilling to retain moisture. Consider prepping ingredients in advance for a quick weeknight dinner.
Keyword Balsamic Reduction, Grilled Chicken Caprese, Grilling, Summer Recipes