Description
Chicken Caprese Skewers are a vibrant and mouthwatering summer dish that brings together juicy grilled chicken, sweet grape tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella balls. Drizzled with homemade basil pesto and balsamic glaze, these skewers pack a punch of flavor in every bite. Ideal for barbecues, family dinners, or casual gatherings, they are easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether served as an appetizer, main course, or party snack, these skewers are sure to impress your guests with their fresh ingredients and deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb grape tomatoes
- 8 oz mozzarella balls
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 3 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp pine nuts or walnuts
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Soak wooden skewers for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high (425°F).
- Assemble skewers by threading chicken pieces and tomatoes.
- Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill skewers for 4-6 minutes on each side until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Prepare pesto by blending basil, parmesan, nuts, garlic, and olive oil in a food processor.
- Serve warm topped with mozzarella balls, pesto, and balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg