Grilled Chicken Margherita: A Juicy Twist on a Classic Dish
Experience the delightful flavors of Grilled Chicken Margherita, combining juicy grilled chicken with fresh mozzarella and basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- During the last few minutes of grilling, top each chicken breast with mozzarella cheese and close the grill lid until the cheese melts.
- Remove grilled chicken from the grill and top with fresh basil and balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning prior to grilling.
- Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Grilled Chicken Margherita, chicken recipes, grilled recipes