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Chicken Mozzarella Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Chicken Mozzarella Salad with Balsamic Glaze - Fresh, Savory, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking chicken)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or a mix of dried oregano and thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 6 cups mixed greens (spring mix, arugula, or baby spinach)
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced or torn (ciliegine or a ball)
  • 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (for finishing)
  • 2–3 tablespoons balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade; see note below)
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Prep the chicken. Pat the chicken breasts dry and pound to an even thickness for faster, even cooking. Season both sides with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
  • Sear and cook. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C). Transfer to a plate and rest 5 minutes, then slice.
  • Assemble the greens. Add mixed greens to a large bowl or platter. Scatter tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and torn basil over the top.
  • Add the mozzarella. Tear or slice the mozzarella and tuck it throughout the greens so every serving gets some.
  • Dress lightly. Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over the salad. Season with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper to wake up the flavors.
  • Top with chicken. Arrange the sliced chicken over the salad. Spoon any pan juices over the top for extra flavor.
  • Finish with balsamic glaze. Drizzle the glaze in thin ribbons across the chicken and mozzarella. A little goes a long way—aim for light, even coverage.
  • Taste and adjust. Add more basil, a pinch of flaky salt, or an extra splash of olive oil if needed. Serve right away.