Description
Grilled Chicken Margherita is a fresh and flavorful Italian-inspired dish featuring juicy grilled chicken topped with melted mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Instructions
1. Pat chicken breasts dry. Brush with olive oil and season both sides with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and grill marks appear.
3. In the last 2 minutes of grilling, top each chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella and tomato slices. Close the lid to allow the cheese to melt.
4. Remove chicken from the grill. Sprinkle with fresh basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
5. Serve hot with a fresh salad, pasta, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
Substitute mozzarella with burrata or provolone for a twist.
Add a thin slice of prosciutto under the cheese for extra richness.
Balsamic glaze can be made at home by reducing balsamic vinegar with a bit of honey.
Pairs beautifully with herbed couscous or grilled zucchini.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 115mg