Caprese Grilled Chicken (Printable Version)
Grilled chicken topped with tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil for a fresh Italian-style main.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme)
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ¾ teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Topping
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 8 oz (225 g) fresh mozzarella, sliced or torn
09 - ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn or sliced
10 - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C).
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry. Rub both sides with olive oil, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
04 - While the chicken is grilling, toss cherry tomatoes with a pinch of salt.
05 - In the last 2 minutes of grilling, top each chicken breast with mozzarella slices. Close the grill lid to melt the cheese slightly.
06 - Remove chicken from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Top each piece with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in under 40 minutes so it works for both quick dinners and gatherings
- Naturally gluten free and low carb
- Simple ingredients but big fresh flavor
- Perfect on its own or with a crisp salad
02 -
- High in protein to keep you full and focused
- Easy to meal prep for lunches or dinners
- Customizable with extra toppings like arugula or grilled veggies
03 -
- For the juiciest chicken always let your meat rest five minutes after grilling so the juices settle inside
- Slice mozzarella at least a quarter inch thick so it does not melt away before serving
- Fresh basil loses its punch if exposed to too much heat so always add it at the last second