Easy and Healthy Chicken Bruschetta
If you're looking for a delicious, fresh, and crazy flavorful weeknight dinner, this easy bruschetta chicken recipe is going to be your new go-to! It’s made with juicy boneless skinless chicken breasts, a simple homemade bruschetta topping with ripe cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, olive oil, and finished with a dreamy drizzle of balsamic glaze. This one is bursting with summer vibes and made with simple ingredients you can find at any grocery store!
Equipment
- Large skillet or grill pan (depending on cooking method)
- Grill (depending on cooking method)
- Oven-safe skillet or baking sheet (depending on cooking method)
- Sharp knife for slicing basil
- Small and large bowls
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
For the Bruschetta Mixture:
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes sliced
- 2–3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ Cup Fresh basil sliced into ribbons
- Drizzle of balsamic glaze
- 1 pinch salt and pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Marinate the chicken:In a large bowl whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.Place chicken breasts in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes (or up to 8 hours if you're ahead of the game!).
- Step 2: Make the bruschetta mixture: In a small bowl, toss together cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh basil.Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze and stir gently. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Step 3: Cook the chicken: Grill (my favorite method): Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken 3–4 minutes per side until cooked through (use an instant-read thermometer—you're looking for an internal temperature of 165°F).Sear in a skillet: Use a large skillet over medium heat with a splash of olive oil. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F. Add chicken to an oven-safe skillet or baking dish and bake for 20–25 minutes or until cooked through.
- Step 4: Assemble and serve:Top the chicken with a generous cup of the bruschetta mixture and an optional slice of mozzarella or sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Serve with quinoa, brown rice, white rice, roasted potatoes, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Notes
This nutrition information does not include the suggested sides such as rice, quinoa or roasted potatoes!
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Nutrition
Calories: 293kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 37gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 253mgPotassium: 816mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 485IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg
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