Description
Succulent bruschetta chicken brings Italian countryside charm to your dinner table, blending juicy grilled chicken with zesty tomato and basil topping. Fresh ingredients and simple preparation make this dish a delightful culinary journey you’ll savor with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 4 chicken breasts (about 150g/5.3 oz each)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (60g/2.1 oz)
Bruschetta Topping
- 3 large tomatoes (350g/12.3 oz), diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (10g/0.35 oz), chopped
- 2 cloves garlic (10g/0.35 oz), minced
Seasoning and Extras
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (15 ml)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese (20g/0.7 oz), grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C), preparing a baking dish that allows chicken breasts to lay flat without overcrowding.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and black pepper, ensuring even coating on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, searing chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and developing a crisp exterior.
- Transfer seared chicken to the prepared baking dish, maintaining a single layer arrangement.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt to create the bruschetta topping.
- Spoon the vibrant tomato mixture evenly over each chicken breast, distributing ingredients generously.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese across the top of each chicken breast, followed by a light dusting of grated parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and cheese melts into a golden, bubbly layer.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute and flavors to intensify.
- Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves before serving, creating a visually appealing and aromatic dish.
Notes
- Choose chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help achieve a perfect golden-brown sear and enhance overall flavor development.
- Opt for ripe, in-season tomatoes to maximize the bruschetta topping’s freshness and vibrant taste profile.
- Substitute mozzarella with dairy-free alternatives like cashew cheese for a vegan-friendly version of the recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 95mg