Description
Easy Bruschetta Chicken combines juicy grilled or baked chicken breasts with a fresh tomato, garlic, and basil topping, finished with a balsamic glaze for a light yet flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or bake for 20-25 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While chicken cooks, combine diced cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top each cooked chicken breast with a generous spoonful of the bruschetta mixture.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add mozzarella cheese for a cheesy variation.
- Mix in diced avocado for a creamy twist.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Store chicken and topping separately for best results.
- Reheat chicken in the oven and top with fresh bruschetta afterward.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with topping
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
