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Grilled Chicken Margherita


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A delightful dish featuring juicy grilled chicken topped with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, drizzled with balsamic vinegar, perfect for a healthy and delicious meal.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the chicken on the grill and cook each side for about 6-7 minutes until fully cooked.
  4. Add the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella on top in the final minutes of grilling.
  5. Remove the chicken from the grill and drizzle with balsamic vinegar before topping with fresh basil.

Notes

For a more filling meal, consider serving the chicken over pasta.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg