Description
Bruschetta Chicken Bake is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish with tender chicken breasts topped with a fresh, zesty tomato and basil mixture, then baked with gooey mozzarella cheese. It’s a comforting, Mediterranean-inspired meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded or diced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, basil leaves, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Top each chicken breast with the tomato and basil mixture, spreading it evenly over the chicken.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each chicken breast.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with additional fresh basil, if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can drizzle a little balsamic glaze on top after baking.
- This dish pairs well with a side of roasted vegetables, pasta, or a fresh salad.
- To make it a little spicier, add red pepper flakes to the tomato mixture before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg