Grilled Caprese Chicken
Chicken breasts are marinated in Italian dressing, then grilled and topped with melted cheese, pesto and tomatoes in this light, delicious dish that's sure to become a summertime favorite.
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Calories: 462kcal
Ingredients
- 4-6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- 4-6 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 - 3/4 cup prepared basil pesto
- 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken in a large zip-top bag. Pour Italian dressing over chicken and seal. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat grill for medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for about 8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Top each piece of chicken with a slice of cheese and cook for 1-2 more minutes, or until cheese is melted. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of pesto over each chicken breast.
- Toss tomatoes with olive oil, fresh basil and salt and pepper to taste. Spoon tomato mixture over chicken and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 462kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 128mg | Sodium: 785mg | Sugar: 5g