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Mozzarella Bruschetta Chicken

A gourmet Italian-inspired dish featuring juicy chicken topped with fresh bruschetta and melted mozzarella, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 470
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each) For juicier options, use chicken thighs.
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt, divided
  • 1 tsp black pepper, divided
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning or 1 tbsp fresh oregano
For the bruschetta topping
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced (or 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced) Use firm tomatoes to avoid a watery topping.
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella, sliced or torn Burrata can be used for extra creaminess.
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (or 1 tbsp balsamic glaze for sweetness)
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) For added heat.
For serving
  • to taste crusty bread or cooked pasta, rice, or mixed greens Pair with your favorite side.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. If breasts are thick, pound to ½–¾ inch thickness between plastic wrap for even cooking.
Make the bruschetta topping
  1. In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, remaining salt and pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  2. Toss and taste; let sit while you cook the chicken for flavors to meld.
Sear the chicken
  1. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
  2. Ensure the internal temp is around 150°F (65°C) if finishing in oven.
Finish with mozzarella
  1. Top each seared breast with sliced mozzarella.
  2. Transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 5–8 minutes until cheese is melted and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
Assembly
  1. Spoon the fresh bruschetta topping over the melted mozzarella and garnish with extra basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers separately to maintain texture. Chicken can be frozen without the topping for up to 2 months. If prepping, portion chicken into lunch containers with a small container of bruschetta.