Description
Tomato Basil Chicken with Burrata is a fresh and flavorful grilled chicken dish topped with creamy burrata cheese and a vibrant tomato basil mixture, finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, combining the juiciness of grilled chicken with the freshness of ripe tomatoes, aromatic basil, and the rich creaminess of burrata.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness, 1 inch or less)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
For the Tomato Basil Topping:
- 1 cup grape tomatoes (sliced in half)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
For Assembly:
- 2 balls burrata cheese
- Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat each chicken breast evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
- Make the Tomato Basil Topping: While the chicken is grilling, mix together the halved grape tomatoes, salt, pepper, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and finely chopped basil in a medium bowl. Stir well to combine and let the flavors meld.
- Top with Burrata: Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the grill and place on serving plates. Top each chicken breast with half a ball of burrata cheese.
- Add Tomato Basil Mixture: Spoon the tomato basil topping over the burrata and chicken, distributing evenly.
- Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze: Finish the dish by drizzling balsamic glaze over the topped chicken for a touch of sweetness and acidity.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the dish right away while the chicken is warm and the burrata is creamy for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to a uniform thickness of about 1 inch or less before marinating.
- If a grill is not available, the chicken can be cooked on a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- To keep the burrata intact, add it just before serving.
- Balsamic glaze can be found in stores or made by reducing balsamic vinegar until syrupy.
- Leftover tomato basil mixture can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: tomato basil chicken, burrata chicken recipe, grilled chicken with burrata, Italian chicken recipe, fresh tomato basil topping
