Caprese Salad with Chicken
Caprese Salad with Chicken: The classic Italian tomato, basil and mozzarella salad turned into an entree topped with grilled chicken.
Caprese Salad with Chicken
My herbs were poking their green heads through the garden soil. Purple blossoms donned my chives. I planted my basil, rosemary and dill. And I dreamed of the garden tomatoes I’d see come August. I just could not wait till August, though, to whip up my first Caprese salad of the year. And to make it hubby friendly, I added a simple, grilled chicken breast to make it a meal. Mr. Meat and Potatoes would be rooting around in the cabinets for some peanut butter if I didn’t have a slab o’ meat on his plate, thus the Caprese Salad with Chicken. Some shredded chicken added to the mix would be another marvelous way to eat this salad as an entree.
Choose Dreams
One of my favorite summer flavors is a juicy garden tomato. American Family insurance has started a #ChooseDreams campaign to encourage families to make healthy food choices and get active. Planting a garden helps with both. Cherry tomatoes can be grown in a big pot on a balcony or patio, so there’s no excuse not to have fresh tomatoes at your disposal by the end of the summer. I have memories of eating warm tomatoes right off the vine from our childhood garden. And radishes directly from the rich, black Iowa soil. If you don’t have space for even a planter, gather your family and head to the local farmers’ market. You will love the amazing produce that will inspire you and your family to eat healthier. I hope a tomato salad will work its way onto your menu before the end of the summer.
Chicken and Caprese Salad
The classic Italian salad with mozzarella, tomatoes and basil made into an entree with grilled chicken
Ingredients
For salad:
- 2 pounds fresh garden tomatoes, chopped (or halved grape or cherry tomatoes in the off season)
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella, cubed or small perline mozzarella balls
- I cup diced celery
- 1 cup basil chiffonade (rolled and thinly sliced basil)
- 1-2 minced garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt to taste (I used 1 teaspoon)
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
For chicken:
- 2-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Seasoning salt
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Mix tomatoes, mozzarella, celery, basil and garlic in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk together salt, pepper and vinegar. While whisking, drizzle in the olive oil. Pour dressing over tomato salad and genly toss to combine.
- Season chicken with seasoning salt. Brush grill pan with olive oil and cook, flipping once, till chicken is cooked through.
- Serve chicken with salad on the side.
Notes
Inspired by Food Network Magazine
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 735Total Fat: 48gSaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 28gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 985mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 3gSugar: 7gProtein: 62g
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And for more terrific weekday supper inspiration, check out these posts throughout the week:
- Monday – Summer Squash Pizza by Supper for a Steal
- Tuesday – Tuna, Tomato, Bean and Basil Salad by Shockingly Delicious
- Wednesday – Pesto Pasta Salad by Country Girl In The Village
- Thursday – Caprese Salad with Chicken by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Friday – Caprese Pasta Salad by Alida’s Kitchen
Inspired by American Family Insurance, the Sunday Supper team is bringing you garden fresh recipes all month long. This weekโs Weekday Supper meals can be found on their corresponding day on the websites below.
41 Comments on “Caprese Salad with Chicken”
I want that salad, with or without chicken. Either way…I’m diving in!
Gorgeous caprese, I could live off this all summer long!
Looks yummy. I like how you added the flowers for the photograph. Adds a nice touch of purple.
Looks wonderful, Liz! I love this idea for a summer meal with definite personality and flavor…thanks for sharing!
I have been addicted to grape tomatoes lately… now I think I need to try this salad. ๐ Perfect low carb for me. ๐
There will definitely be lots of tomato salads on our menu this year, Liz. I went a bit tomato crazy since this is my first year in quite a long time. I started small, thank heavens, but bought so many different varieties of tomatoes! I just had to plant some basil too. There’s and old wives tale that says planting basil by tomatoes not only keeps it healthy but also makes the tomatoes taste even better! Who knows but, I’m not taking any chances, lol…
Your Caprese Salad dressed with Chicken looks simply heavenly, Liz. A win, win meal indeed! Thank you so much for sharing, Liz…
Love love this salad!!! – I have all the ingredients for dinner tonight! Yum.
This looks amazing Liz! Gorgeous salad. Love this recipe with the fresh garden veggies!
LOVE Caprese flavors!!! Will be making this ASAP! Pinned as well! I just made a marghertia pizza with fresh arugula–you may enjoy that as well. http://amindfullmom.com/greek-yogurt-pizza-dough-margherita-pizza-topped-with-arugula-salad/
Such a beautiful dish! I love all the fresh flavors.
Absolutely gorgeous salad Liz!
I love caprese salad. Yours looks so so good with the different color tomatoes.
I was just thinking this morning (while making egg salad) that a protein really helps make a salad a meal! Your tomatoes are beautiful:@)
Your salad looks fantastic! The thought of a tomato fresh off the vine makes me swoon. I can’t wait for August. Tomatoes, sweet corn and cucumbers every day until they’re gone by.
Thanks for a dinner plan for tonight. I have all these ingredients, including half a rotisserie chicken to shred for the carnivore I live with. We have great tomatoes in Florida, nearly year round. I might have to add some chowder as a side for him so he doesn’t beg for ice cream later.
This looks fantastic Liz! Love this caprese salad with the fresh garden veggies! Can’t wait for the summer tomatoes too, they’re my favorite ๐
Oh can someone make it for me! ๐ Just delicious..
Lizzy, you have whipped up another eye catching and lip smacking salad! The addition of grilled chicken is great and makes it a complete meal by itself.
What a great salad. Fresh garden vegetables are the best.
Excellent campaign! Mozzarella and tomatoes are a good tandem!
Julie
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