Bruschetta Chicken

Name: Bruschetta Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided; 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each); 8 thin slices fresh mozzarella cheese; BRUSCHETTA TOPPING:; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 shallots, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 pound cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup sliced fresh basil; 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze; Crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Total Time Prep: 15 min. + standing Cook: 25 min.

Yield 4 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This bruschetta chicken recipe takes the famous appetizer—toasted bread with a fresh diced tomato topping—and turns it into a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
8 thin slices fresh mozzarella cheese
BRUSCHETTA TOPPING:
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 shallots, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup sliced fresh basil
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow dish, whisk 2 tablespoons oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add chicken; turn to coat. Let stand 10 minutes.
In a large cast-iron or ovenproof skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat; brown chicken on both sides. Bake 12 minutes. Top with cheese. Bake until a thermometer reads 165°, 3-5 minutes longer.
Meanwhile, for topping, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add shallots; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until tomatoes are tender, 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in basil.
To serve, spoon topping over chicken. Drizzle with balsamic glaze. If desired, sprinkle with red pepper flakes and additional basil.

Nutrition Facts

1 chicken breast half with 1/2 cup tomato mixture: 620 calories, 40g fat (13g saturated fat), 139mg cholesterol, 471mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 46g protein.

Bruschetta chicken has all the flavors of a caprese bruschetta—juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, creamy mozzarella and a drizzle of sweet and tangy balsamic glaze—topped on grilled or baked chicken cutlets! Save leftovers in the fridge and serve chilled or reheated for a quick, delicious lunch or dinner. —Grace Vallo, Salem, New Hampshire

Recipe Creator

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