Chicken Margherita
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
¾ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup honey
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 sliced avocado
½ cup sliced cherry tomatoes
½ cup basil pesto
4 slices mozzarella cheese
¼ cup fresh chopped basil
Directions
In a medium sized bowl, whisk the ¾ cup balsamic vinegar, ¼ cup honey, 3 cloves garlic minced, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
Add the 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts to the marinade and coat. Marinate for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, add the 1 sliced avocado, ½ cup sliced cherry tomatoes, ½ cup basil pesto, and salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Heat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken on each side for about 6 minutes or until cooked through and no longer pink. Top with 4 slices mozzarella cheese, pesto mixture, and ¼ cup fresh chopped basil.