Chicken Caprese Salad
This chicken caprese salad has all the fresh bright flavors of a classic caprese plus a protein boost from simple quick-marinated chicken cutlets. For extra convenience, buy pre-sliced chicken cutlets to streamline your prep. On sunny days, take the cooking outdoors and grill the chicken for an extra layer of flavor.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil Divided, +1 teaspoon
- 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2½ teaspoons Honey
- ¾ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 2 Chicken Breast Boneless, cut in half, about 8 ounces
- 8 cups Romaine Lettuce Chopped
- 1 pound Grape Tomatoes Halved, about 3 cups
- 8 ounces Mozzarella Cheese
Equipment
- Medium Mixing Bowl
- Small Mixing Bowl
- Large Skillet Or grill pan
- Stovetop
Instructions
- Whisk vinegar, 2 tablespoons oil, mustard and pepper in a medium bowl until well combined. Transfer 6 tablespoons of the mixture to a small bowl. Whisk honey into the reserved mixture in the small bowl; set aside.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, Italian seasoning and garlic powder to the remaining mixture in the medium bowl; whisk until combined. Add chicken; toss to coat completely. Let stand, covered, at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Preheat a grill pan over medium heat, 3 to 5 minutes. Brush with the remaining 1 teaspoon oil. Add the chicken; cook, turning once, until grill marks appear on both sides and a thermometer inserted into the thickest parts registers 165°F, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board; let stand for 5 minutes. Slice.
- Arrange romaine, tomatoes, mozzarella and basil on a large platter; sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Top with the sliced chicken and drizzle with the reserved balsamic mixture.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Caprese Salad
Amount per Serving
Calories
369
Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Fat
22
g
34
%
Saturated Fat
9
g
56
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
9
g
Cholesterol
81
mg
27
%
Sodium
903
mg
39
%
Potassium
794
mg
23
%
Carbohydrates
17
g
6
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
12
g
13
%
Protein
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
9537
IU
191
%
Vitamin C
20
mg
24
%
Calcium
342
mg
34
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Basil, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Garlic Powder, Grape Tomatoes, Honey, Mozzarella Cheese, Romaine Lettuce, Salt