Peach Caprese Chicken: A Flavorful Grilled Delight!
Peach Caprese Chicken is a delicious grilled dish that combines juicy peaches, fresh mozzarella, and basil with perfectly grilled chicken for a delightful summer meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- During the last few minutes of grilling, add the peach slices to the grill to caramelize.
- Once the chicken is cooked, layer the mozzarella slices on top of the chicken and close the grill lid to melt the cheese.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and top with grilled peaches and fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for a few hours before grilling.
- Feel free to substitute nectarines for peaches if desired.
- This dish pairs well with a light salad or grilled vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg