Ingredients:

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 boneless, skinless thin-sliced chicken breasts

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

6 cups chopped romaine lettuce

6 ounces ovaline fresh mozzarella

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and diced

1/4 cup basil leaves, chiffonade

Directions:

1. To make the balsamic reduction, add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a slight boil and reduce by half, about 6-8 minutes; set aside and let cool.

2. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat.

3. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, to taste. Add to skillet and cook, flipping once, until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Let cool before dicing into bite-size pieces.

4. To assemble the salad, place romaine lettuce in a large bowl; top with chicken, mozzarella, tomatoes, avocado and basil. Pour balsamic reduction on top of the salad and gently toss to combine.

5. Serve immediately.

Bon Appetit!