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20-Minute Grilled Bruschetta Chicken

This quick & easy grilled bruschetta chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breast topped with a flavor-packed bruschetta mixture. Delicious!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: bruschetta chicken recipe, grilled bruschetta chicken
Method: Stovetop
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Ashley McCrary

Ingredients

Bruschetta

  • 2 cups diced Roma tomatoes 5–6 tomatoes
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2-3 tbsp fresh chopped basil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 small shallot diced

Chicken

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3-4 slices of mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup balsamic reduction

Instructions

  • Season the chicken breast with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil or oil of choice in a grill pan or large skillet. Cook the chicken breasts over medium-high heat until browned on both sides and cooked through and the liquid runs clear and the internal temperature is  155F-160F, about 5-6 minutes on each side.
  • Meanwhile, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. While the chicken is still on the grill or skillet, top each breast with 1 slice of mozzarella and cover until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Top each chicken breast with the tomato mixture, balsamic glaze and additional fresh basil as desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Dairy-Free: If you'd like to make this recipe dairy free, simply omit the mozzarella cheese or use a non-dairy alternative.
Cooking Methods: You can use a grill pan or a large skillet for this recipe, or even grill them on your bbq. Whichever way you enjoy cooking chicken the best will work with this recipe!
How to Serve: Serve this bruschetta chicken recipe over a bed of penne pasta, alongside a salad, or with your favorite sides. Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy!
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container and eat within 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.