Description
This Easy Bruschetta Chicken recipe combines perfectly grilled, seasoned chicken breasts topped with melted mozzarella cheese and a fresh, flavorful tomato basil bruschetta mix. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze, this dish offers a delicious and vibrant twist on classic bruschetta, ideal for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Bruschetta Topping
- 2 cups (260g) diced Roma tomatoes (5–6 tomatoes)
- 1 head of garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 5 tbsp (9g) fresh chopped basil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 4–5 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Prepare the Bruschetta Topping: In a medium-sized bowl, combine diced Roma tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well mixed, then set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Prepare the Chicken: If desired, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for more uniform cooking, or leave them whole. Coat each chicken breast evenly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasoning blend thoroughly over each chicken breast to ensure full flavor coverage.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill to high heat. Grill the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are fully cooked through.
- Add the Cheese: Once the chicken is cooked, place a slice of mozzarella cheese on top of each breast. Close the grill lid or tent with foil for a minute or two to allow the cheese to melt perfectly.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes to retain juices. Top each chicken breast with the prepared tomato basil mixture and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve immediately for a fresh and flavorful dish.
Notes
- For even cooking, pounding the chicken breasts to an equal thickness is recommended but optional.
- Balsamic glaze can be store-bought or homemade by reducing balsamic vinegar until thick and syrupy.
- You can prepare the bruschetta topping a few hours in advance to let the flavors develop.
- If a grill is unavailable, the chicken can be cooked on a stovetop grill pan or baked in the oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
- Allowing the chicken to rest before serving helps keep it juicy and tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: bruschetta chicken, grilled chicken recipe, mozzarella chicken, easy chicken recipes, Italian chicken, balsamic glaze chicken
