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Grilled Chicken Margherita: A Simple, Flavorful Delight!

A simple and flavorful grilled chicken dish topped with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls drained
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken to coat.
  4. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. During the last few minutes of cooking, add the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls to the grill to warm them slightly.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  7. Top each chicken breast with grilled tomatoes, mozzarella, and chopped basil.
  8. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breast with toppingsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with a side salad or grilled vegetables.
  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for 30 minutes before grilling.
  • You can also substitute the cherry tomatoes with sun-dried tomatoes for a different taste.

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