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Chicken Caprese Salad

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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.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Servings 4
Calories 369

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