Chicken Caprese Recipe
Crispy fried chicken on top of sliced, marinated tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, & pesto mayo on a toasted bun.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Caprese Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breast fillets with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, dip into beaten eggs, and then coat with bread crumbs.
- 2
Fry the Chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the breaded chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and let drain on paper towels.
- 3
- 4
Prepare Pesto Mayo
In a small bowl, mix together the pesto sauce and mayonnaise until well combined.
- 5
Assemble the Sandwich
Toast the burger buns. On the bottom half, layer marinated tomato slices, followed by the crispy chicken, slices of fresh mozzarella, and a generous spread of pesto mayo. Top with fresh basil leaves and cover with the other half of the bun.
- 6
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy your Chicken Caprese sandwich!
