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Easy Caprese Chicken Salad

A delightful dish that blends fresh Caprese salad flavors with hearty grilled chicken, perfect for warm days and adaptable to your tastes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade/Dressing
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar For the marinade
  • 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil Plus 1 teaspoon for cooking
  • 3 teaspoons light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil Finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Salad Ingredients
  • 4 chicken breast fillets Skinless and boneless
  • 5 cups Romaine lettuce Chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Sliced
  • ½ cup bocconcini
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves Finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients until well combined.
  2. Place the chicken in a shallow dish and coat it with 4 tablespoons of the marinade, ensuring even coverage. Set aside the remaining marinade to use as a dressing.
Cooking
  1. Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook the chicken on both sides until golden brown and crispy. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached at least 165°F before removing it from the heat.
  3. Let the chicken rest before slicing.
Assembly
  1. Slice the chicken into strips and assemble the salad with lettuce, cherry tomatoes, bocconcini, and the cooked chicken.
  2. Sprinkle fresh basil on top, drizzle with the reserved dressing, and season with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate in the dressing for a few hours or overnight. This salad can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a slice of crusty bread. If you have leftovers, store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge and keep the dressing separate to prevent sogginess. Best consumed within 1-2 days.