Description
Easy Bruschetta Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a fresh bruschetta topping, making it an ideal choice for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, chopped basil, sautéed garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish; top each breast with the tomato mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
– For added flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil and herbs for up to two hours before cooking.
– Fresh mozzarella can be added on top before baking for an extra creamy texture.
– Pair with rice, fresh salad, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg