Lean & Green Healthy Caprese Chicken
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- 1Healthy Fat
Chicken Caprese is a mouthwatering recipe that's a perfect spring or summer meal. The combination of mozzarella, tomatoes, fresh basil and perfectly grilled chicken can't be beat. Plus, add some balsamic vinegar for a little pop to make this meal one you'll want to make again and again. Easy to prepare and a favorite that's sure to help keep you on plan!
About Chris Sloan
My name is Chris Sloan and I, like so many others, struggled with my weight for years, not realizing the toll being overweight was taking on my body. At the beginning of 2021, I began to take my weight loss efforts seriously and have lost 75 lbs so far on the plan. It's been amazing, and while my journey isn't over, I'm well on my way!
When I started, I had a hard time finding the top 5 and 1 recipes, so I was so inspired to build this website to help compile some of what I felt are the best recipes around. I'm happy to share it with you as well!
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Lean & Green Caprese Chicken Ingredients
- 2 tsp Olive Oil
- 2 medium Garlic Cloves Minced
- 2 cup Grape Tomatoes Cubed
- 3 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 cup Fresh Basil Chopped
- 1 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Butterflied
- 2 cup Reduced-Fat Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
Lean & Green Caprese Chicken Instructions
- Butterfly the chicken breast(s) and pound very thin (1/8 to 1/4 inch thick)
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and stir for one minute.
- Add tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes until tomatoes have softened.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil.
- Grill or sauté chicken breasts over medium-high heat for a few minutes on each side until fully cooked and juices flow clear.
- Transfer to a baking sheet and turn oven to broil.
- Top chicken with tomato mixture and mozzarella cheese, similar to how you would top a pizza.
- Place baking sheet into oven to broil for 2-5 minutes or until the mozzarella is melted.
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