Description
A fresh and vibrant dish combining juicy grilled chicken breasts topped with ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze—perfect for a light, healthy meal.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 large tomatoes, sliced
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
1 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, garlic, and Italian herbs if using.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Top each chicken breast with slices of fresh tomato and mozzarella. Close the grill lid for 1-2 minutes to allow the cheese to slightly melt.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the chicken and serve immediately.
Notes
Marinating the chicken for 30 minutes before grilling enhances flavor.
Substitute fresh mozzarella with provolone or mild mozzarella string cheese if unavailable.
For a lower-carb option, serve over mixed greens instead of bread or pasta.
Adding red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix adds a nice spicy kick.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat to preserve moisture and melt cheese nicely.
Can be made indoors using a grill pan or cast-iron skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
