Why I Love This Recipe

Some salads are just a side dish, but this one easily earns a spot as dinner. The balsamic-marinated chicken is juicy, flavorful, and pairs perfectly with fresh greens, sweet tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze, it’s the kind of fresh, satisfying meal that feels like something you’d order at your favorite café.

Enjoying The Leftovers

Keep everything separate, and you’ll have a fresh, flavorful salad ready to enjoy again.

Storing

Store the cooked chicken, salad ingredients, and dressing or balsamic glaze in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Add the basil just before serving for the freshest flavor.

Reheating

Enjoy the chicken cold over the salad, or warm it gently in the microwave or a skillet before serving. Assemble the salad just before eating and finish with the balsamic glaze.

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Balsamic Chicken Caprese Salad

Juicy balsamic-marinated chicken, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and mixed greens come together in this easy Balsamic Chicken Caprese Salad for a fresh, flavor-packed meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
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Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp italian seasoning
  • 2 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
For the Salad
  • 8 oz Mozzarella pearls
  • 4 cups Mixed greens
  • 10 grape tomatoes, halved
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Balsamic Vinaigrette
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Instructions

  • In a bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the chicken in a bowl, airtight container, or zip-lock bag and pour the marinade over the top. Toss until the chicken is well coated, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Once the chicken has marinated, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken along with the marinade and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked. As it cooks, the marinade will reduce and the chicken will develop a nice caramelized char.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips.
  • To assemble the salad, add the mixed greens to a bowl and top with the sliced chicken, tomatoes, mozzarella, avocado, and green onions. Finish with a drizzle of balsamic dressing before serving.

Equipment

saute pan
mixing bowls
measuring cups

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 2mg