Chicken Caprese Salad

Name: Chicken Caprese Salad
Ingredients: 140g crusty bread, torn or cut into cubes; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 450g chicken breast; 2 tsp Italian seasoning; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 170g spinach; 12 large basil leaves, torn; 280g grape tomatoes, halved; 225g mozzarella pearls; 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling); Balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze; Basil Vinaigrette (optional)

By admin 2/28/2026

The recipe builds on the classic caprese salad (tomato, mozzarella, basil) by adding juicy chicken breasts, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and homemade croutons to create a complete dinner salad. This works well with leftover or rotisserie chicken and homemade croutons elevate the dish considerably.

Ingredients

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140g crusty bread, torn or cut into cubes
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
450g chicken breast
2 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp kosher salt
170g spinach
12 large basil leaves, torn
280g grape tomatoes, halved
225g mozzarella pearls
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
Balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze
Basil Vinaigrette (optional)

Instructions

**Make croutons:** Heat cubed bread in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toast 5 minutes until golden and crispy. Transfer to a plate.
**Prepare chicken:** Slice chicken breast horizontally to create thin cutlets. Season all sides with Italian seasoning and salt. In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil, then cook cutlets 4 minutes per side until done. Remove to cutting board.
**Assemble salad:** Divide spinach, basil, tomatoes, and mozzarella among 4 bowls. Season with salt and pepper. Top with croutons, drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Slice chicken and divide among bowls.