Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich
Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich is a delicious and fresh twist on the classic Italian Caprese salad, featuring juicy grilled chicken, ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all layered between toasted bread. This sandwich is perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 slices crusty bread (ciabatta, sourdough, or baguette)
1 large tomato, sliced
4 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
Fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar
Optional: mayonnaise or pesto spread
Instructions
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until cooked through and juices run clear.
- Remove chicken and let rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly.
- Toast bread slices lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
- If using, spread mayonnaise or pesto on the bread slices.
- Layer sliced chicken, tomato, mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves on the bread.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze or vinegar.
- Top with the remaining bread slices and press gently.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Add arugula or spinach for extra greens.
- Use grilled vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers.
- Substitute mozzarella with fresh goat cheese or provolone.
- Add sliced avocado for creaminess.
- Use pesto as a spread for more herbaceous flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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