Stuffed Chicken Caprese Sandwich

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 10

Marinade Time: 30

Total Time: 55

Servings:

Calories: 579kcal

Author: Becky Hardin

Grilled chicken is stuffed with the classic caprese ingredients and served on buns to make these delicious sandwiches!

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Ingredients

2 cups balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder to taste
4 slices tomato
8 slices fresh whole milk mozzarella
8 leaves fresh basil
4 Cobblestone Bread Co.™ hamburger buns we used the Sesame Twist…yum!

Instructions

In a small saucepan, heat the vinegar and honey over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer, stirring regularly. When it starts to thicken and has reduced by about half (approximately 10 minutes), remove from the heat and set aside.
2 cups balsamic vinegar, 3 tablespoons honey
Season each chicken breast with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. Cut each breast lengthwise, but not all the way, forming a “pita” shape. This is where you will place the mozzarella, basil, and tomato later.
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder
Place the chicken in two large ziplock bags and pour some of the balsamic reduction into each bag, reserving a small amount for garnish. Allow to marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
When ready to grill, spray your cooking grid with nonstick spray or brush with canola oil. Stuff each chicken with one slice tomato, 2 leaves basil, and 2 slices fresh mozzarella. Use a toothpick to seal the opening if desired, this will make flipping the chicken easier.
4 slices tomato, 8 slices fresh whole milk mozzarella, 8 leaves fresh basil
Grill the chicken over medium-high heat, approximately 450°F, for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through. This will depend on the thickness of the chicken you picked. When the chicken is white throughout, it’s done!
Place chicken onto the bottom bun and drizzle with a bit more of the reserved balsamic reduction. Top with the top part of the bun.
4 Cobblestone Bread Co.™ hamburger buns

Notes

Use a sharp pairing knife to cut a pocket in the chicken. Be sure not to cut all the way through.
Don’t be shy with the cheese, but also don’t overstuff the cheese into the chicken breast pocket.
When seasoning the chicken, I usually use about one teaspoon of salt per pound of chicken.
To check the doneness of the chicken, use an instant-read meat thermometer. When it reaches 165°F degrees you’re good to plate up!

Storage: Store stuffed chicken caprese sandwiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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