Easy Bruschetta Chicken
This quick and flavorful bruschetta chicken features juicy, seasoned chicken breasts topped with a fresh tomato and basil mixture and drizzled with balsamic glaze. Perfect for a light and healthy dinner that feels fancy but is so easy to make!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Oven
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts medium-sized, boneless, and skinless
- 2 cups cherry or Roma tomatoes diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze or to taste
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or parmesan optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder on both sides.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the chicken bakes, combine the diced tomatoes, fresh basil, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir well and set aside.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and top each piece with a generous scoop of the tomato and basil mixture.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the chicken and tomato topping. Garnish with shredded mozzarella or parmesan if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, use fresh ingredients and serve the bruschetta topping immediately to maintain its vibrant flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.