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30-Minute Bruschetta Chicken

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Juicy chicken breasts topped with bright, garlicky tomato bruschetta, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp kosher salt (for chicken)
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing chicken)
  • 3–4 medium ripe tomatoes (about 1 lb), cored, seeded and diced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt (for tomatoes)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
  • Ground pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Start the bruschetta: place the diced tomatoes in a mixing bowl. Add 1 tsp kosher salt and the minced garlic, stir, and let sit at room temperature while you prep and cook the chicken.
  2. Flatten the chicken: lay each breast between two sheets of parchment paper. Fold the paper over and pound with a rolling pin (or meat mallet) to an even thickness just under 1 inch.
  3. Make the seasoning: combine 2 tsp Italian seasoning, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, and 1 tsp ground black pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Oil and season the chicken: brush both sides of each breast with oil and sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly on both sides.
  5. Choose your cooking method: For grilling, preheat the grill to high heat and grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. For baking, preheat the oven to 400°F, line a baking sheet with parchment and bake 10–12 minutes.
  6. Rest the chicken: remove from heat and let the breasts rest 4–5 minutes covered loosely with foil.
  7. Finish the bruschetta: to the bowl of tomatoes, add extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sliced basil, and black pepper. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  8. Serve: top each rested chicken breast with a generous spoonful of the bruschetta mixture and serve immediately.

Notes

Store bruschetta and chicken separately in airtight containers for up to 3–4 days. For optimal freshness, add basil right before serving.

Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/30-minute-bruschetta-chicken-grilled-or-baked/