Grilled Chicken Caprese With Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese
This Grilled Chicken Caprese with Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese provides 1g protein and 92 calories per serving. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop in minimal time. Works as a low-protein side vegetable when managing total daily macros around higher-protein main dishes.
Ingredients
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Vinegar, Balsamic(30g)
- •Garlic(15g)
- •Oregano, Dried(5g)
- •Basil, Fresh(5g)
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •1 pinch cracked pepper (to taste)
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Tomato
- •Cheese, Mozzarella, Fresh
Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.
- •Basil, Fresh(60g)
- •Vinegar, Balsamic(30g)
Instructions
- 1In a large shallow bowl, mix together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Add in the chicken and allow to marinate for half an hour (if time allows).Preheat grill plates over medium heat, and grill chicken for 5-6 minutes each side, or until completely cooked through in the centre, and slightly charred on the outer edges. While chicken is cooking, grill the tomato slices for 1-2 minutes each side. Top each breast with a slice of mozzarella and grilled tomato slice, allowing the heat to melt the cheese.To serve, top with the shredded basil and balsamic reduction.
Nutrition — Per Serving
92
calories
1g
protein
8g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Saturated fat
- 1.1g
- Sodium
- 5 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.9g
4 servings per batch · ~44g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Grilled Chicken Caprese With Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese have?
This recipe contains only 1g of protein per serving with 92 calories, making it a side dish or appetizer rather than a protein-primary meal. The macro split is 8g fat and 5g carbs.
How long does Grilled Chicken Caprese With Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese take to prep?
This is a quick prep recipe that comes together fast on the stovetop and yields 4 servings, making it ideal for meal prep when you're short on time.
Is Grilled Chicken Caprese With Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese good for fat loss?
At only 92 calories and 1g protein per serving, this recipe works better as a low-calorie side or light appetizer rather than a standalone macro meal for fat loss phases.
