Fresh Chicken Caprese Salad
This vibrant salad brings together juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and classic caprese flavors for a perfect main course.
recipesbynani.comIf you love the simple combination of tomato, basil, and mozzarella, you will fall for this salad. It takes those classic flavors and makes them into a filling meal by adding tender chicken and buttery avocado, all tied together with a tangy balsamic dressing.
This is my favorite go to meal during the summer when tomatoes are at their best. If you cannot get to the grill, you can easily cook the chicken in a skillet on the stove or use a pre cooked rotisserie chicken to save some time.
🧺 Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, sliced into thin ribbons
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze or dressing
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Cook the chicken on a preheated grill or in a medium skillet over medium heat until fully cooked through.
- 3
Let the chicken rest for five minutes, then chop it into bite sized pieces.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and diced avocado.
- 5
Add the chopped chicken to the bowl and drizzle everything with the balsamic dressing.
- 6
Garnish with the fresh basil ribbons and toss gently before serving.
💡 Tips
Store any leftover chicken and salad ingredients in separate containers to keep the greens from wilting. This salad is best served with warm crusty bread or dinner rolls for a complete meal.
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