Grilled Chicken Caprese

Ingredients

• 4–6 x 6-8-ounce Chicken Breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, or more to coat
• 3/4– 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder ( or 2 garlic cloves, finely minced)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme ( or 1 teaspoon dried) or sub oregano
• 6 ounces fresh mozzarella ball (or sub goat cheese), sliced into 1/3 -inch slices ( one slice per piece of chicken)
• Fresh Tomato “Salad”
• 1 1/2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes ( 3 cups), cut in half
• 15 basil leaves, cut into ribbons
• 1 clove of garlic, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Optional Garnish: Balsamic Glaze, Basil pesto