Caprese-Style Grilled Chicken Breasts

By mschweickert

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp chopped fresh mint
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 3 Tbsp olive oil
• 3 tomatoes (1 lb) seeds removed, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, torn into small pieces
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 ounces shredded mozzarella
• 3 ounces whole wheat angel hair pasta, cooked following pkg directions

Preparation

Step 1

Whisk together vinegar, garlic, mustard, mint, 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper. Gradually drizzle in olive oil, whisking so mixture emulsifies.

In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, basil and 3 Tbsp of the dressing. Cover and set aside.

Heat grill to medium-high. Lightly coat grill rack with oil.

Brush chicken with remaining dressing and season with remaining salt and pepper. Grill 5 to 6 minutes per side. Scatter cheese over top during last minute of cooking.

Toss cooked pasta with half of the tomato salad. Serve with chicken and remaining tomato salad.