Grilled Caprese Chicken
A FAMILY FAVORITE LOW CARB ITALIAN MEAL!
Carbohydrates 5g
Protein 27g
Fat 12g
Fiber 1g
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 4 pieces
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella sliced into 8 even slices
- 1 vine ripened tomato sliced into 1/2" slices
- fresh basil to garnish
- balsamic glaze to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by placing onto a sheet of parchment paper, folding paper over the chicken, and pounding to even thickness. Set aside and repeat with remaining breasts until all are approximately 1” thick.
- Combine Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into a small bowl. Stir to combine.
- Brush the chicken with olive oil. Sprinkle with seasoning blend. Flip the chicken over and repeat.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium high heat. Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reads 155 degrees F.
- Top each chicken breast with 2 slices fresh mozzarella. Cover and continue to grill 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Chicken is fully cooked when the internal temperature reads 165 degrees F.
- Place the chicken breasts on a plate and top each with tomato slices, fresh basil, and balsamic glaze.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
*These nutrition figures above are based on one serving and should be considered estimates. Varying factors such as product types or brands purchased, natural fluctuations in foods, and the way ingredients are processed change the effective nutritional information in any given recipe.
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