Bruschetta Chicken
A flavorful chicken dish topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, and gooey mozzarella, bringing the essence of Italy to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to set the stage for our baked chicken masterpiece.
- Combine the diced tomatoes, fresh basil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir until everything is well mixed.
- Generously season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Drizzle them with olive oil, ensuring they’re well coated.
- Place the seasoned chicken in a baking dish and top them with the tomato mixture.
- Slide the baking dish into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through and juices run clear.
- During the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the chicken and return to the oven until melted.
- Once done, pull the dish from the oven and let it cool for a moment. Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
Ensure chicken breasts are of uniform thickness for even cooking. Feel free to substitute mozzarella with goat cheese or Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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