Best Caprese Salad With Chicken Recipes

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EASY CHICKEN CAPRESE



Easy Chicken Caprese image

20-minute Chicken Caprese recipe with basil pesto, fresh mozzarella and ripe tomatoes. Make it indoors in your skillet or griddle, or fire up the grill, if you like!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt
Black pepper
Extra virgin olive oil
Basil pesto, (Homemade or store-bought)
4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese, low sodium, ((about 1/4 to 1/2 inch in thickness each))
1 tomato, sliced
2 tbsp Balsamic glaze or balsamic reduction, (I used this one)
8 Fresh basil leaves, (leave 4 whole and slice the rest into ribbons)

Steps:

  • If the chicken breasts are large and thick, cut them horizontally through the middle to make thinner cutlets or pieces. If you like, use a kitchen mallet to tenderize and flatten the chicken breasts before cooking. This helps them quick quickly and evenly.
  • Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat an indoor griddle or pan over high heat. Drizzle about 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil to coat bottom of pan. (See notes if you prefer to use an outdoor grill).
  • Add the chicken and cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until done (chicken's internal temperature should register 165 degrees F).
  • In the last couple minutes or so of cooking, top each piece of chicken with a bit of the basil pesto then add a mozzarella slice on top.
  • Remove from heat. Add fresh basil leaves and tomato slices on top of each chicken piece and finish with a little balsamic reduction (or balsamic glaze). Finally, sprinkle fresh basil ribbons and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 kcal, Sugar 1.1 g, Sodium 310.8 mg, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 30.7 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

CAPRESE CHICKEN



Caprese Chicken image

I love a Caprese salad of tomatoes, basil and cheese, so why not try a chicken caprese? You can grill this dish, but my family agrees it's juicier straight from the oven. -Dana Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup Italian salad dressing
2 teaspoons chicken seasoning
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 4 slices
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze
Torn fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • In a large shallow dish, combine salad dressing, chicken seasoning and Italian seasoning. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 4-6 hours. Drain chicken, discarding marinade., Preheat oven to 450°. In an ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides. Transfer skillet to oven; bake 15-18 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°., Top chicken with cheese and tomato. Bake 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Drizzle with vinegar; top with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 34 g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139 mg cholesterol, Sodium 761 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5 g carbohydrate (4 g sugars, Fiber 1 g fiber), Protein 45 g protein.

CHICKEN SALAD CAPRESE



Chicken Salad Caprese image

This unique, flavorful salad and bread combo will get rave reviews-guaranteed. -Frances Pietsch, Flower Mound, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 8 cups salad (6-1/2 dozen crostini).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, thinly sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
CROSTINI:
2 French bread baguettes (10-1/2 ounces each)
4 garlic cloves
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, garlic, salt and pepper; drizzle over chicken mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., Cut baguettes into 1/2-in. slices. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 425° for 2-4 minutes or until lightly browned. Cut garlic in half lengthwise; rub over bread. Brush with oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until crisp. Serve crostini with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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