Grilled Basil Chicken Caprese Grain Salad Packs

Grilled Basil Chicken Caprese Grain Salad Packs

Serves 4 · 15 min prep · 15 min cook

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Ingredients

  • 1.25 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 cups cooked farro or wheat berries
  • 2.5 cups heirloom tomatoes, diced
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella, cubed
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chiffonade
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1.25 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cups baby spinach

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, about 425°F.
  2. 2Pat the chicken dry and rub with one tablespoon olive oil, half the salt, pepper, and the minced garlic.
  3. 3Grill the chicken four to five minutes per side until grill marks appear and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. 4Transfer chicken to a cutting board, rest five minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  5. 5In a large bowl combine the cooked farro, diced heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella cubes, and remaining olive oil and balsamic.
  6. 6Season the grain mixture with the remaining salt and toss so the tomatoes release juices that dress the farro.
  7. 7Fold in the sliced chicken, basil, and baby spinach until everything is lightly coated.
  8. 8Divide among four meal-prep containers and press the lids on firmly.
  9. 9Refrigerate up to four days; the flavors improve as the farro soaks up the tomato-balsamic dressing for easy grab-and-go lunches.

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