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A plate with two pieces of Grilled Bruschetta Chicken breast topped with melted mozzarella cheese and fresh bruschetta (diced tomatoes and basil), garnished with a basil leaf on the side.

Grilled Bruschetta Chicken

Tender grilled chicken topped with melted mozzarella and a fresh tomato-basil bruschetta for a flavorful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Inactive/Marinade Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian
Calories: 173
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced into 6 pieces)
Marinade
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for savory flavor
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder enhances aroma
  • 1 teaspoon paprika adds color and mild heat
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt for seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar for tang and flavor
Topping
  • ½ cup reduced-fat mozzarella shredded, for melting
  • 2 cups fresh tomatoes chopped, for bruschetta
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar for brightness
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoon fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken breasts into six thinner pieces for quicker marination and even cooking.
  2. Combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl to make a paste.
  3. Chop tomatoes and red onion. Add chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, and salt to a bowl. Toss to combine and set aside.
  4. Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  5. Grill chicken 5 minutes per side until fully cooked and juices run clear. cook
  6. Top each chicken piece with shredded mozzarella. Cover pan with lid or foil to allow cheese to melt, about 2–3 minutes.
  7. Place grilled chicken on a serving platter and spoon the tomato-basil mixture over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 173kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 27gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 79mgSodium: 582mgPotassium: 576mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 556IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 92mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Juicy chicken gets a flavor boost from a simple garlic-balsamic marinade and is finished with melted mozzarella and fresh tomato-basil bruschetta. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual entertaining.

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