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Pesto Chicken Caprese Salad

A quick and delicious pesto chicken salad with fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 0.25 cup pine nuts
  • 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 piece garlic clove
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.33 cup olive oil
  • 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.33 cup pesto
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
  • 10 leaves fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Make the pesto by blending basil, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth.
  2. Cook the chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until 90% done, then add pesto, stir, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until fully cooked.
  3. Combine the cooked chicken, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil in a large bowl. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, toss gently, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

Enjoy this vibrant and flavorful salad as a light lunch or dinner.
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