Description
This Easy Bruschetta Chicken recipe features tender, seasoned chicken breasts grilled to perfection, topped with a fresh and vibrant tomato basil mixture, mozzarella cheese, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze for an irresistible burst of flavor.
Ingredients
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Tomato Basil Topping
- 2 cups diced Roma tomatoes (260g, about 5-6 tomatoes)
- 1 head garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 5 tablespoons fresh chopped basil (9g)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 4-5 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomato Basil Topping: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, chopped fresh basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Prep the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness if desired for uniform cooking, or leave them whole. Coat each chicken breast evenly with olive oil.
- Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix together the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this seasoning blend evenly over the oiled chicken breasts to coat thoroughly.
- Grill the Chicken: Heat your grill to high heat. Grill each chicken breast for 8 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the meat is cooked through.
- Add Cheese: Once the chicken is fully cooked, place a slice of mozzarella cheese on top of each breast. Close the grill lid or cover and allow the cheese to melt, about 1-2 minutes.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices. Spoon the prepared tomato basil topping over each piece and finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For consistent cooking, pounding chicken breasts to an even thickness is recommended but optional.
- Fresh basil is key to authentic flavor; if unavailable, substitute with 1 tablespoon dried basil but expect a milder taste.
- Balsamic glaze can be store-bought or homemade by reducing balsamic vinegar until syrupy.
- If a grill is not available, the chicken can be cooked in a stovetop grill pan or baked in the oven at 375°F for about 25 minutes.
- Resting chicken after grilling ensures juicier results and better flavor retention.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1 chicken breast with topping)
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
