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BRUSCHETTA CHICKEN

BRUSCHETTA CHICKEN topped with tomatoes basil garlic and balsamic glaze in warm light
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Bruschetta Chicken is a quick and easy healthy dinner recipe that brings summer flavors to your plate. This dish features grilled or baked chicken breasts topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, and a tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for anyone looking for healthy dinner recipes chicken dishes. Enjoy this flavorful and nutritious meal any night of the week.

Ingredients

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  • 4 6-oz boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1–2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3–4 medium ripe tomatoes about 1 lb cored seeded and chopped to a ½” dice
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon thinly sliced basil leaves
  • ground pepper to taste
  • balsamic glaze to taste optional

Instructions

  1. Start the bruschetta. Combine the chopped tomatoes with salt and garlic in a mixing bowl; mix until well combined, then let sit while the chicken cooks.
  2. Prepare the chicken. Place one chicken breast onto a sheet of parchment paper. Fold the paper over the chicken. Using a rolling pin, pound the chicken breast to even thickness of a little less than 1 inch. Set aside and repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.
  3. Combine the italian seasoning salt garlic powder onion powder and pepper in a small bowl. Stir to combine.
  4. Brush the chicken with olive oil then sprinkle with the seasoning blend. Flip the chicken over then oil and season the other side.
  5. To Grill heat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Place the chicken breasts directly on the grill grates and cook 5-6 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reads 165 degrees Fahrenheit using an instant read thermometer. Remove from the grill and rest 5 minutes.
  6. To Bake heat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roast the chicken for 10-12 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 165 degrees Fahrenheit using an instant read thermometer. Remove from the oven and rest five minutes.
  7. Finish the bruschetta topping. Stir in the olive oil balsamic vinegar fresh basil and ground pepper to taste. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt pepper or vinegar to taste.
  8. Top the grilled chicken with the bruschetta. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper for easier cleanup when pounding chicken
  • For best flavor use the freshest produce available
  • Optional balsamic glaze adds a nice finishing touch

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