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 mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 682 kcal
- 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
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
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.
- 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.
Serving: 476gCalories: 682kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 36gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7.4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 3307mgFiber: 10gSugar: 17g
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