Description
Bruschetta Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring grilled chicken breasts topped with a fresh tomato, basil, and garlic bruschetta mixture. Optionally enhanced with melted mozzarella cheese and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, this recipe offers a perfect balance of smoky grilled chicken and vibrant, tangy flavors. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a summer grilling party.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Bruschetta Topping
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken evenly and locking in the juices.
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance the flavor of the chicken before grilling.
- Grill Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and juicy.
- Prepare Bruschetta Topping: While the chicken is grilling, combine diced cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir well and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Melt Cheese (Optional): If using mozzarella cheese, add a slice or a handful on top of each chicken breast during the final 2 minutes of grilling to allow it to melt and become creamy.
- Rest Chicken: Remove the grilled chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. This helps retain the juices and keeps the chicken moist.
- Top with Bruschetta: Spoon the prepared bruschetta topping evenly over each piece of rested chicken, adding a fresh and vibrant flavor contrast.
- Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze (Optional): For an extra burst of tangy sweetness, drizzle balsamic glaze over the bruschetta-topped chicken just before serving.
- Serve: Plate the bruschetta chicken and serve immediately. This dish pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh mozzarella slices for shredded mozzarella if preferred.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure that your balsamic glaze contains no gluten additives.
- For added heat, include a pinch of red pepper flakes in the bruschetta topping.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and served cold on a salad or reheated gently.
- You can use an indoor grill pan or stovetop grill if outdoor grilling isn’t an option.
