Easy Simple Chicken Caprese Salad Recipe – Fresh Italian-Inspired Dinner Salad
Simple Chicken Caprese Salad with juicy marinated chicken, fresh romaine, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, basil, and a rich balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Air Fryer / Oven
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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- For the Marinade
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 32 oz chicken breasts (halved into cutlets)
- For the Salad
- 5 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3/4 cup mozzarella pearls
- 1/3 cup fresh basil, chiffonade
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Whisk balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Coat chicken cutlets and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Cook chicken in air fryer at 400°F for 12–14 minutes (or oven at 425°F for 15–18 minutes) until fully cooked. Rest and slice.
- Simmer balsamic glaze for 2–3 minutes until thickened slightly.
- Combine romaine, tomatoes, mozzarella, and chicken in a bowl and toss gently.
- Plate and top with basil and warm balsamic glaze.
Notes
- Best served fresh while chicken is warm.
- Can substitute spinach or mixed greens for romaine.
- Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor.
- Do not overdress to keep salad crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 875
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 52 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 34 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 82 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg