Description
Caprese Grilled Chicken Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings together the flavors of summer in every bite. This salad features juicy grilled chicken marinated in balsamic vinegar and pesto, served over a bed of fresh baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella balls. Topped with a luscious Greek yogurt dressing infused with pesto and parmesan, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrition. It’s perfect for family dinners, picnics, or entertaining guests. With its stunning presentation and delicious taste, Caprese Grilled Chicken Salad is sure to impress everyone at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup mini fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons pesto
- Olive oil
- Honey
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, pesto, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place in a freezer bag with marinade; seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 4-6 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together Greek yogurt, low-fat milk, pesto, parmesan cheese, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble the Salad: On a serving platter, layer spinach, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and sliced chicken. Drizzle with dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg