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Bruschetta Chicken Recipe: Easy Italian-Inspired Dinner

Tender, juicy chicken breasts topped with fresh tomatoes, aromatic basil, and creamy mozzarella that delivers all the beloved flavors of classic Italian bruschetta in a satisfying, protein-packed main dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each)
  • 3 large tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Pat chicken breasts completely dry and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, and half the mozzarella. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then gently toss.
  3. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sear chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Spoon the bruschetta mixture generously over each chicken breast, then top with remaining mozzarella. Transfer the skillet to your preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese bubbles golden.
  5. Let the bruschetta chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Roma tomatoes work wonderfully instead of regular tomatoes. Shredded mozzarella can replace fresh if needed. Dried basil (1 tablespoon) substitutes for fresh in a pinch. Prepare the bruschetta topping up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate. Don't skip patting the chicken dry before seasoning, as moisture prevents proper browning. Use a meat thermometer rather than guessing doneness. Store leftover bruschetta chicken in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes.