Easy Balsamic Chicken Caprese Salad Recipe is so flavorful with tender juicy chicken cutlets, fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic glaze.

Prep 10

Cook time 10

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Quick and delicious dinner, the Easy Balsamic Chicken Caprese Salad Recipe is so flavorful with tender juicy chicken cutlets, fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic glaze.

This makes an easy fitness meal if you’re living a healthy lifestyle.

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EASY BALSAMIC CHICKEN CAPRESE SALAD RECIPE

Caprese Salad is a traditional Italian salad of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil leaves, salt, and olive oil. A similar recipe is Stovetop Grilled Chicken Caprese | Keto & High Protein

I made that simple salad heartier for an entree salad by adding chicken. As well, I added balsamic vinaigrette, because I love it so much I could probably drink it. It complements the flavors of the chicken and green salad beautifully.

These is the specs on my air fryer. Adjust your cook time accordingly.

My air fryer is 1500W and has a round basket.
It’s 4 Quarts which is medium size and I cooked it in 2 batches.
The heat ranges from 105°Fahrenheit to 400°F

CHICKEN CAPRESE SALAD INGREDIENTS

Chicken. Boneless chicken breast or thighs.
Olive Oil.
Spices. Garlic powder, salt, pepper, basil (dried), and oregano.
Balsamic vinegar.
Brown sugar. You can sub coconut sugar, agave, or honey.
Lettuce. I used Romaine.
Tomatoes. Grape, cherry, or heirloom tomatoes cut into chunks.
Mozzarella. Fresh mozzarella balls or slices cubed.
Fresh Basil. Sliced thinly.

When do I know that the chicken is cooked?

Chicken must reach an internal temperature of 165° F. It’s best to rely on an instant-read thermometer for accuracy.

How to store leftovers

Allow to cool down completely and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Quick and delicious dinner, the Easy Balsamic Chicken Caprese Salad Recipe is so flavorful with tender juicy chicken cutlets, fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic glaze.

How to freeze

Allow it to cool completely, then freeze in a ziplock bag or wrap in aluminum foil.

How to reheat

Reheat in the air fryer at 320°F | 160°C until warmed through.

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EASY BALSAMIC CHICKEN CAPRESE SALAD RECIPE

Easy Balsamic Chicken Caprese Salad Recipe is so flavorful with tender juicy chicken cutlets, fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic glaze.

Author: Paula

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Servings: 4 servings

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Equipment

instant-read ther

Ingredients

For the Chicken in the air fryer

4 medium chicken breasts boneless skinless
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Sea salt to taste
black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon crushed dried oregano
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

For the Balsamic Glaze

¼ cup (2.02 fl.oz | 60 ml) balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons brown sugar

For the Caprese Salad

4 cups (10.58 oz | 300 g) Romaine lettuce
1 cup (5.29 oz | 150 g) cherry tomatoes or heirloom
½ cup (3.24 oz | 92g) fresh mozzarella balls
¼ cup or 10-12 basil thinly sliced

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Instructions

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Preheat your air fryer to 374 F | 190 C. Grease the basket with cooking spray.

Marinate the chicken

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In a large bowl, add chicken, oil, garlic, salt, pepper, dried basil, oregano, and balsamic vinegar. Toss to cover the chicken and set aside while the air fryer is heating. When ready, place chicken breast in the air fryer basket and air fry for about 5 minutes then flip chicken and cook the other side for another 5 minutes. Remove and slice the chicken.