Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad
This Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad contains 8g protein and 231 calories per serving—a lighter option best used as a side or component of a larger meal. Quick prep yields 4 servings and works best paired with additional protein sources. Use it to add variety to your rotation without compromising macro targets.
Ingredients
- •Vinegar, Balsamic(60g)
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Brown sugar(10g)
- •Garlic(5g)
- •Basil, Fresh(5g)
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Lettuce, Romaine(1200g)
- •Avocado
- •Tomato, Cherry(240g)
- •Cheese, Bocconcini, Fresh Mozzarella(120g)
Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.
- •Basil, Fresh(60g)
- •1 pinch salt (to season)
- •1 pinch pepper (to season)
Instructions
- 1Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, brown sugar, and minced garlic in a small bowl until combined. Divide the dressing in half—use one half to coat the chicken thighs in a shallow dish, stirring to evenly coat. Reserve the remaining half as dressing for serving.
- 2Heat about 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1–2 minutes.
- 3Place the marinated chicken thighs in the skillet and cook 6–8 minutes per side over medium-high heat until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a cutting board and rest for 3–5 minutes.
- 4While the chicken rests, slice the avocado, halve the cherry tomatoes, and tear the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Chop the fresh basil into thin strips.
- 5Slice the rested chicken into strips.
- 6Divide the romaine lettuce evenly among 4 airtight containers. Layer each with avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, chicken strips, and bocconcini in each container.
- 7Top each salad with fresh basil strips and drizzle with the reserved dressing. Seal containers and refrigerate until ready to serve—up to 4 days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
231
calories
8g
protein
12g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Saturated fat
- 2.3g
- Sodium
- 238 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 7.3g
4 servings per batch · ~433g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad have per serving?
Each serving provides only 8g of protein and 231 calories with 12g fat and 25g carbs. This is a low-protein salad and works better as a side dish than a standalone meal for macro-tracking lifters.
How long does Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad take to prep?
Quick prep on the stovetop batch-makes 4 servings, though the low volume means you'll need additional recipes to hit protein targets for a full day.
Is Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad good for fat loss?
At 231 calories per serving but only 8g protein, this salad is calorie-light but protein-sparse and isn't optimized for fat loss phases where protein intake should be prioritized for satiety.
