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Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich
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Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich

All of the flavors of a caprese salad in a grilled chicken sandwich!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Marinating Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 628kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 8 slices bread
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 ounce fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • 8 tomato slices
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves
  • balsamic reduction, homemade or store-bought

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and cover with marinade.  Refrigerate at least 30 minutes, up to overnight. 
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Grill the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness, until internal temperature reads 165 degrees F.
  • Brush slices of bread with olive oil.
  • Grill each piece 1-2 minutes on each side.
  • To assemble sandwiches, place one chicken breast half on a slice of bread.
  • Top with mozzarella cheese, tomato slices, and basil leaves.
  • Drizzle with balsamic reduction and then top with slice of bread.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 628kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 1074mg | Potassium: 705mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 867IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 381mg | Iron: 3mg