Dinner for 4
Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad
Balsamic chicken joins romaine, avocado, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil for a fresh salad with a tangy dressing.
$9.59for 4 servings
$2.40 per serving$9.59 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 20 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.03Typical price |
| Chicken thighs, bone-in or boneless$2.29/lb typical | 1.25 lb | $2.86Typical price |
| Romaine and salad greens$2.49 each typical | 1 | $2.49Typical price |
| Avocados$1.29 each typical | 1 | $1.29Typical price |
| Cherry and grape tomatoes$0.30/oz typical | 5.25 oz | $1.59Typical price |
| Mozzarella$0.30/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.60Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.19Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $9.59 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
VinegarOlive and cooking oilSyrups, molasses, powdered sugarDried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 skinless chicken thigh fillets
- 5 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 avocado
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup basil leaves
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
Steps
- Whisk the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, brown sugar, garlic, basil, and salt in a small bowl.
- Coat the chicken thighs with 2 tablespoons of the dressing.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, until it reaches 165°F.
- Chop the romaine, avocado, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, then place them in a large bowl.
- Slice the cooked chicken and add it to the bowl.
- Toss the salad with the remaining dressing, salt, and pepper.
Swaps
- Chicken thighs, bone-in or boneless for Chicken breast, bonelessabout $1.20/lb more at typical prices
- Mozzarella for Cheddar and shredded cheeseabout the same price
Main ingredient on sale this week? See what to make with chicken thighs, bone-in or boneless on sale.
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