Easy Bruschetta Chicken Recipe
Total Time
30 mins
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Rating
4.98 out of 5 stars
(81)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 4 large chicken breasts, 2 lbs
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1 Tbsp olive oil, for sautéing
- 12 oz Roma tomatoes, 3/4 lb, diced
- 2 1/2 Tbsps basil leaves, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 4 Tbsp balsamic glaze
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Preparation
Step 1
In a bowl, add diced tomatoes, chopped basil leaves, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and set aside.
Step 2
Beat chicken until even in thickness. In a large bowl, add 2 Tbsp oil, salt, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and minced garlic. Add chicken, stir to coat, then cover and marinate for 30 minutes.
Step 3
In a large skillet, over medium heat, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil. Once hot, add chicken to the skillet and saute for 3-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
Step 4
Reduce heat to low and top each chicken with a slice of cheese. Cover skillet with a lid and cook until cheese melts.
Step 5
Remove chicken from heat. Top each with the Bruschetta and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Step 6
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Chef's notes
For even cooking, pound chicken to a 1/2" thickness using a meat mallet or a heavy saucepan.
