Best 3 Caprese Style Grilled Chicken Breasts Recipes

Caprese style grilled chicken breasts are a summery and flavorful dish that will be sure to impress your friends and family. You probably already have most of the ingredients in your fridge and pantry, too! If you are looking for a light and refreshing meal that is perfect for a warm evening, look no further. You will love these juicy chicken breasts, which are marinated in a tangy dressing and then grilled to perfection. The caprese topping, made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil, adds a delightful burst of flavor.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CAPRESE GRILLED CHICKEN

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Looking for a faster, lighter version of Chicken Parmesan? This recipe comes together super quickly and skips the breadcrumb coating and pan frying, making it a faster and healthier option.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the grill
1 teaspoon dried oregano, plus more for topping
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup pizza sauce
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
1 large tomato, thinly sliced
Small fresh basil leaves, for topping
Red pepper flakes, for topping (optional)

Steps:

Preheat a grill to medium high. Toss the chicken with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Pound each chicken breast between 2 pieces of plastic wrap with the flat side of a meat mallet or heavy skillet until 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Brush the chicken on both sides with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with the oregano, salt and pepper.
Brush the grill grates with olive oil. Grill the chicken until cooked around the edges, about 3 minutes. Flip and spread the top of the chicken with the pizza sauce. Top with the mozzarella slices, then the tomato slices. Cover and grill until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is slightly melted, 3 to 4 minutes.
Remove the chicken pizzas from the grill. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, basil and red pepper flakes.

CAPRESE-STYLE GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS

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Make and share this Caprese-Style Grilled Chicken Breasts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by agileangus

Categories Poultry

Time 27m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon chopped of fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tomatoes, seeds removed cut into bite sized pieces (about 1 pound)
1/4 cup fresh basil, torn into pieces
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
3 ounces angel hair pasta, cooked

Steps:

Whisk together vinegar, garlic, mustard, mint, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Whisk in olive oil.
Combine tomatoes, basil and 3 tablespoons of the dressing. Cover and set aside.
Brush chicken with remaining dressing and season with remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes each side. Scatter cheese over top during last minute of cooking.
Toss coked pasta with tomato salad. Serve with chicken.

CAPRESE STYLE CHICKEN BREASTS AND MIXED PEPPER MEDLEY

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Taken from Harris Teeter website; posted for ZWT. "This simple chicken breast recipe contains a topping reminiscent of Caprese salad. The word Caprese describes anything native to the Italian island of Capri, located off the coastline near Naples. Because the Campania region of Italy (home of Capri, Amalfi, and Naples) was home to Italy's buffalo ranges - the locals were able to enjoy an abundance of fresh mozzarella - and recipes containing mozzarella (or other local specialties like lemons) were called Caprese. The pepper mixture is known as Peperonata in Italy and is a typical garnish for roasted and grilled meats." Lovely, simple dish for the summertime; I'm sure it would be perfect grilled, also! (By mixing the garlic and red pepper flakes in the olive oil and brushing over, while grilling. Then adding toppings and lowering lid, cheese should melt! Pepper medley could also be prepared on the grill, using a grill pan.)

Provided by alligirl

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 4 entrees, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, sliced in half widthwise (approx. 1 lb.)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 roma tomatoes, sliced
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup basil, finely chopped
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 lbs bell peppers (red, yellow and green)
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup green olives, pitted and diced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
kosher salt, to taste

Steps:

Pre-heat the oven to 425 degrees.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large, wide, oven proof skillet over medium heat.
Add the garlic and chicken. Cook the chicken for five minutes per side, turning once, or until golden.
Sprinkle the crushed red chili flakes over the chicken and squeeze the lemon juice over the top.
Top each piece of chicken with four roma tomato slices and ¼ of the shredded mozzarella.
Transfer to the oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden (This will take approximately 15 minutes.).
Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil.
To make the mixed pepper medley:.
Heat the olive oil in a large, wide skillet over medium heat.
Add the peppers and brown on each side.
Stir in the garlic and cook for one minute.
Add the green olives, reduce heat to low and cover.
Cook the peppers for 20 minutes or until they are tender.
Stir in the balsamic vinegar and add salt, to taste.
Top the medley with a piece of chicken before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.6, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 68.8, Sodium 584.5, Carbohydrate 17.7, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 8.3, Protein 24.4

Tips:

To achieve the best grilling results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are of uniform thickness. This will ensure even cooking throughout.
Before grilling, marinate the chicken breasts in a mixture of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano, basil, and salt and pepper. This will infuse the chicken with flavor and keep it moist during grilling.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before grilling the chicken. This will help to create a nice sear on the outside of the chicken while keeping the inside juicy.
Grill the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through. Be sure to flip the chicken breasts halfway through grilling to ensure even cooking.
While the chicken is grilling, prepare the caprese salad by slicing fresh mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, and basil leaves. Drizzle the salad with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Once the chicken breasts are cooked, top them with the caprese salad and serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Caprese-style grilled chicken breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The combination of grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, and basil is a classic flavor combination that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a simple but flavorful grilled chicken recipe, give this one a try.