Bruschetta Chicken (oven baked)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
498 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Bruschetta Chicken (oven baked)
Description
This recipe begins by marinating chicken breasts in a combination of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. After marinating, the chicken is browned briefly in a skillet to develop color and flavor. A baking dish is prepared by spreading marinara sauce and cherry tomatoes, where the browned chicken is placed to bake until cooked through.
Once baked, the chicken is topped with shredded mozzarella cheese and briefly broiled to melt and lightly brown the cheese, creating a golden crust. A fresh bruschetta topping made with diced cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and seasoning is spooned over the chicken before serving. The fresh topping adds brightness and texture that contrasts with the rich baked mozzarella and savory chicken.
This dish can be served over pasta or enjoyed as a standalone entrée. The layering of balsamic marinade, marinara base, melted cheese, and fresh bruschetta combines classic Italian flavors and textures in a straightforward method suitable for baking.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- ¾ cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups cherry tomato
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese shredded
Bruschetta Topping
- 1 cup cherry tomato diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons basil chopped, fresh
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ tablespoon red wine vinegar or balsamic
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and garlic in a small bowl.
- Mix ¼ cup of the balsamic mixture with chicken breasts, salt & pepper, and Italian seasoning and marinate 15 minutes.
- Heat remaining tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet. Add chicken and brown 2 minutes on each side.
- Place marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 pan. Top with browned chicken breasts and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with remaining balsamic mixture.
- Bake 20-25 minutes or until juices run clear and chicken reaches 165°F.
- Top with mozzarella and broil 2-3 minutes.
- Combine all bruschetta topping ingredients in a bowl and spoon over chicken. Serve over pasta.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 498 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 498 | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 58g | 116% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 149mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 729mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 1275mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1000IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 31.8mg | 35% |
| Calcium | 313mg | 31% |
| Iron | 2.5mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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