Description
A delightful blend of grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella, and basil pesto, this Caprese Chicken is a celebration of summer flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Boneless Chicken Cutlets
- ½ cup Basil Pesto
- 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella, sliced
- 2 Tomatoes, sliced
- ½ cup Fresh Basil Leaves
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
Instructions
- Pound the chicken cutlets to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
- Marinate the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes on one side, flip it, and brush with basil pesto. Grill until fully cooked, about another 5-6 minutes.
- Top the cooked chicken with slices of fresh mozzarella, cover the grill to melt the cheese.
- Finish by topping with fresh tomato slices and torn basil leaves before serving.
Notes
For a healthier twist, consider using lean turkey or plant-based alternatives. You can also bake the chicken at 400°F for about 20-25 minutes if you prefer not to grill.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg