RestaurantsThirsty LionCaprese Chicken Recipe

Caprese Chicken Recipe

Inspired by Thirsty Lion
Time1h
Serves2

Grilled chicken breast, fresh mozzarella, vine ripe tomato, spicy pepperoni, sweet pepper tapenade, garlic pesto aioli, arugula and olive oil on.

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Toppings

Sauce

Method

Preparation

1

Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Coat the chicken breasts with the mixture and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2

Prepare the Garlic Pesto Aioli

In a food processor, combine mayonnaise, garlic, fresh basil, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and set aside.

Grilling

3

Grill the Chicken

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

4

Add Cheese and Pepperoni

In the last 2 minutes of grilling, place slices of fresh mozzarella and spicy pepperoni on top of the chicken to melt the cheese.

Assembly

5

Assemble the Caprese Chicken

On a serving plate, place the grilled chicken with melted mozzarella and pepperoni. Top with vine ripe tomato slices, a dollop of sweet pepper tapenade, and a handful of arugula. Drizzle with garlic pesto aioli before serving.

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