Description
Bruschetta Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that beautifully marries juicy grilled chicken with a refreshing tomato-basil topping. Perfect for summer gatherings, family dinners, or a quick weekday meal, this recipe captures the essence of Italian cuisine and showcases fresh ingredients. Its simplicity makes it easy to prepare, while its versatility allows for customization based on personal preferences. Top it with cheese or drizzle with balsamic glaze for a stunning finish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for chicken)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
- Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon the bruschetta mixture over the grilled chicken and sprinkle with cheese if desired.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of Bruschetta Chicken (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg