Description
Grilled Chicken Margherita is a flavorful, Italian-inspired main course featuring juicy boneless chicken breasts seasoned with Italian spices, topped with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves, then drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for a light and elegant summer meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Toppings
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat and Season: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush both sides of each chicken breast evenly with olive oil. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the chicken to season thoroughly.
- Grill Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on one side, then flip and cook an additional 5 to 6 minutes on the other side until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Add Mozzarella Cheese: During the last 2 minutes of grilling, lay a slice of fresh mozzarella on each chicken breast. Close the grill lid to allow the cheese to melt properly.
- Prepare Toppings: Once the chicken is cooked and cheese melted, remove the chicken breasts from the grill. Immediately top each with fresh tomato slices and sprinkle with basil leaves for a burst of fresh flavor.
- Serve with Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the chicken breasts just before serving to add a sweet and tangy finish that ties all the flavors together.
Notes
- Serve this grilled chicken with grilled vegetables, pasta, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
- If you don’t have a grill available, you can use a grill pan or bake the chicken in the oven at 375°F (190°C) until cooked through and top with cheese to melt under the broiler.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
