Description
Experience a burst of summer flavors with this Ground Chicken Caprese recipe, where juicy ground chicken combines with fresh basil and ripe tomatoes. This dish is not just a meal but a celebration of vibrant tastes that will impress your guests and elevate any dining occasion. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping the basil and tomatoes. Mince garlic finely.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Increase heat slightly and add ground chicken. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Stir in tomatoes and basil, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until tomatoes soften (2-3 minutes).
- Lower heat to low, sprinkle mozzarella over the mixture, cover with a lid until cheese melts (approximately 2 minutes).
- Serve on plates or bowls and drizzle balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute ground chicken with ground turkey or lean beef for variation. Add spinach for extra nutrition or experiment with different cheeses for personalization.