Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
– 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
– 1/2 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (optional)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Balsamic glaze, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
Creating Pesto Bruschetta Chicken can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and place them in a baking dish.
3. Bake Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
4. Make Bruschetta Topping: While the chicken is baking, combine the diced cherry tomatoes and chopped basil in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and mix well.
5. Add Pesto: Once the chicken is done baking, remove it from the oven and spread a generous layer of pesto on each breast.
6. Top with Bruschetta: Spoon the tomato and basil mixture over the pesto-coated chicken.
7. Add Cheese (Optional): If desired, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the bruschetta.
8. Final Bake: Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Drizzle Balsamic (Optional): Once out of the oven, drizzle with balsamic glaze for added flavor.
10. Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g