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Best Bruschetta Chicken Recipe

Let me set the stage for you. Picture this: it’s a bright Saturday afternoon, and the summer sun is strutting its stuff, shining a warm glow over the backyard. The grill is sizzling away, sending savory scents wafting through the air.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 682 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 4 garlic cloves minced and divided
  • 12 ounces grape tomatoes
  • 6 ounces sliced low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 3 tablespoons aged red wine vinegar
  • 4 fresh basil sprigs plus extra for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Italian herb blend
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt plus 1 tablespoon for seasoning
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper divided
  • 4 teaspoons balsamic reduction divided
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preparing the Chicken

  • Start by preheating your grill or oven. You want a medium heat for the grill or 375°F if you’re using your oven. While that’s heating up, take your chicken breasts and place them in a large bowl.
  • Drizzle in about 3 tablespoons of olive oil, add 2 cloves of minced garlic, the Italian herb blend, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix it all together until the chicken is well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes. If you can spare an hour or two, even better!

Step 2: Making the Tomato Topping

  • While the chicken is soaking up those flavors, let’s whip up that irresistible bruschetta topping. In another bowl, combine the grape tomatoes, remaining minced garlic, red wine vinegar, basil leaves, half of the balsamic reduction, a pinch of salt, and pepper.
  • Toss it all together and set aside. The flavors will mingle and dance while you prep the chicken.

Step 3: Grilling or Baking the Chicken

  • When your grill or oven is ready, cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side for a perfect grill. If you’re oven-baking, place them on a baking sheet and cook for about 25-30 minutes.
  • Use a meat thermometer if you're unsure; you want an internal temperature of 165°F.

Step 4: Adding the Cheese

  • Once the chicken is almost cooked through, lay slices of mozzarella cheese on top of each breast. Cover for a couple of minutes to allow the cheese to melt beautifully.

Step 5: Assembling the Dish

  • Once your chicken is cooked and the cheese is melted, it’s time to assemble! Spoon a generous amount of the tomato mixture over each chicken breast.
  • Drizzle with balsamic reduction and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Finally, garnish with extra basil for that inviting green touch.

Notes

  • Marinate Longer: The longer you marinate the chicken, the more flavorful it will be.
  • Quality Ingredients: Use high-quality olive oil and fresh garlic for the best taste.
  • Mix It Up: Don’t hesitate to add extra veggies like bell peppers or zucchini to your topping.
  • Grill Marks: If you want nice grill marks, don’t move the chicken around too much while it cooks.
  • Resting Time: Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy.

Nutrition

Serving: 476gCalories: 682kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 36gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7.4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 3307mgFiber: 10gSugar: 17g
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