Description
Indulge in the flavors of Italy with this Grilled Chicken Margherita recipe. Tender chicken breasts seasoned to perfection, topped with gooey mozzarella, fresh cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil. Drizzled with balsamic glaze, it’s a taste of summer in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Toppings:
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped or whole)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Heat the grill to medium-high.
- Prepare the chicken: Brush chicken with olive oil, season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken: Cook for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F).
- Add toppings: Place mozzarella on chicken during last minutes of grilling. Top with tomatoes and basil.
- Drizzle and serve: Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Marinate chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for added flavor.
- Roast cherry tomatoes for a sweeter taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
