Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken breast, sliced or cubed
– 2 ripe avocados, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved (or diced mozzarella)
– 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
– 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
– 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
– Salt, to taste
– Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Creating Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad is a straightforward process if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: If not using pre-cooked chicken, grill or pan-cook the chicken breast. Season with salt and pepper, cooking until fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes per side). Allow it to cool before slicing or cubing.
2. Prep the Vegetables: While the chicken is cooking, wash and prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the avocados.
3. Mix the Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced avocados, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella.
4. Add Basil: Gently fold in the fresh basil leaves for an aromatic addition.
5. Dress the Salad: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning based on your preference.
6. Combine and Toss: Drizzle the dressing over the salad. Gently toss to combine all the ingredients without mashing the avocado.
7. Serve Immediately: Enjoy the salad right away for the freshest taste or refrigerate for a short period if needed.
These steps will guide you in effortlessly preparing this incredible salad!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 32g
- Protein: 25g