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Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Bake: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Chef Ethan Sam
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Optional: Baguette slices for serving


Instructions

Creating Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Bake is simple if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Place them in a baking dish.
3. Make Bruschetta Topping: In a bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Mix well.
4. Top Chicken: Spoon the bruschetta mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly covered.
5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the bruschetta topping.
6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
7. Check Doneness: Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
8. Garnish: Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. You can garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.
9. Serve: Slice the chicken to serve, ensuring each piece has a generous amount of the bruschetta topping.

By following these steps, you’ll create a dish that is not only delicious but also visually appealing!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 16g
  • Protein: 34g