Easy Caprese Chicken | Grilled chicken with mozzarella and tomato garlic salad

Halve the chicken breasts and make shallow incisions.

In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, salt, black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley.

Stir until combined and toss the chicken breasts until coated.

Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Spray a grill pan with cooking oil.

Add the marinated chicken to the grill pan and grill until cooked, around 6-8 minutes on each side.

Top each piece of chicken with a slice of mozzarella.

Cover with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted.

Slice 3 medium tomatoes and mince 2 cloves of garlic.

In a bowl, combine the sliced tomatoes, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons fresh basil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Garnish the dish with grated parmesan and some fresh basil.

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