Savory Bruschetta Chicken Bake for Effortless Weeknight Meals

Bruschetta Chicken Bake features tender chicken, fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Thighs or Breasts Turkey can be substituted
2 tbsp Olive Oil
3 cloves Minced Garlic
1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper

For the Bruschetta Topping

2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Diced
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, optional
1/4 cup Fresh Basil For garnish

Optional Elements

2 tbsp Balsamic Glaze For drizzling

Equipment

Oven
Skillet
Baking dish
Mixing Bowl

Method

Cooking Steps

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
In a large bowl, combine chicken with olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chicken until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Transfer the chicken to a baking dish in a single layer.
Layer diced cherry tomatoes over the chicken, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan on top.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
Garnish with fresh basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes.

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