Chicken and Avocado Caprese Salad
This chicken avocado caprese salad is a perfect combination of juicy chicken, creamy avocado, sweet tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves. The salad is dressed with a tangy balsamic vinegar dressing that perfectly complements the flavors of the ingredients.
Servings: 3
Calories: 511kcal
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- Fresh basil leaves rolled up and thinly sliced
Instructions
- Cook the chicken. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Bake chicken breasts on a baking sheet for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 165F. Slice into strips and set aside until ready to serve.
- Make the glaze. Add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to a small saucepan on the stove and whisk until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently for 8-10 minutes until thickened.
- Build the salad. Add the tomatoes, avocado, mozzarella balls, and fresh basil to a plate or bowl. Top with sliced chicken, and then drizzle the salads with the balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 511kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 819mg | Potassium: 1089mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 804IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 2mg