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    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » Chicken Recipes » Chicken Bruschetta recipe

    Published: September 30, 2022 / Updated: March 17, 2023 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Chicken Bruschetta recipe

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    single bruschetta chicken on a white plate with basil leaves in the background and title text overlay.
    single bruschetta chicken on a white plate with basil leaves in the background and title text overlay.
    single bruschetta chicken on a white plate with basil leaves in the background and title text overlay.

    This Chicken Bruschetta recipe is so tasty and satisfying. It's a wonderful weeknight dinner because it comes together in less than 30 minutes, feeds a family of 4 or 5 people, and tastes amazing!

    chicken bruschetta with basil leaves in a large white serving platter, with bowl of cheese, utensils on red and white striped napkin, on a green table.

    Need a hearty, satisfying dinner recipe? This Chicken Bruschetta recipe comes together quickly, and is bursting with big Italian flavors.

    With tons of bright basil, juicy tomatoes, and ooey gooey melted cheese on top of chicken breasts, this is an easy dinner recipe the whole family will love!

    Jump to:
    • 🌟 Why this recipe works
    • 🛒 Ingredient notes
    • ✅ Step-by-step instructions
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • 🍽 Serving ideas
    • 🍳 Kitchen tools and equipment
    • More chicken recipes
    • Chicken Bruschetta recipe

    🌟 Why this recipe works

    single bruschetta chicken on a white plate with basil leaves in the background.

    You will love this chicken dinner recipe!

    • You can make this recipe in 30 minutes.
    • The recipe calls for basic ingredients you can easily find in most any grocery store in the US.
    • You get so much in one dish: veggies, cheese, chicken. It's so filling and so delicious!
    • It's so easy to make!

    🛒 Ingredient notes

    ingredients to make bruschetta chicken on a green table.

    You'll need the ingredients pictured above to make the bruschetta portion of this recipe.

    Tomatoes - The key to delicious flavors in this chicken bruschetta recipe is choosing the best tasting tomatoes. I love the flavor and color of Roma tomatoes (also known as plum tomatoes), but you can also use any tomatoes "on the vine," San Marzano tomatoes, or beefsteak tomatoes. Really, you can use any tomatoes you have on hand, but the fresher they are, the better this dish will taste!

    Onions - The recipe calls for red onions, but you can also use shallots instead if you want a milder onion flavor. Be sure to dice the red onion finely, since this will be eaten raw and biting into a big piece of red onion can blast out your tastebuds.

    ingredients to make bruschetta chicken on a green table.

    For the chicken portion of this recipe, you'll need the ingredients pictured above.

    Chicken - Use four chicken breasts for this recipe. If you have any that are thicker than the others, you'll want to pound them flat until they are all about the same thickness. This helps them cook evenly.

    ✅ Step-by-step instructions

    bowl of diced roma tomatoes, sliced basil leaves, minced garlic and red onions.
    four chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper.
    1. In a large bowl, toss together the tomatoes, garlic, onions, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss together until well combined. Set aside.
    2. Season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
    blue tongs turning over a chicken breast in a skillet with three other chicken breasts.
    four chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper in a skillet.

    3. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once heated up, add the chicken breasts.

    4. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, turning halfway through to cook both sides evenly.

    four chicken breasts topped with provolone cheese in a skillet.
    four chicken breasts topped with melted cheese and basil leaves in a white serving platter.

    5. Just when the chicken is about to be done to your liking, add one cheese slice on top of each piece of chicken. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes, just until the cheese starts to melt.

    6. Remove the cheese-topped chicken from the skillet and transfer to a plate.

    wooden spoons topping chicken bruschetta with diced tomatoes.
    drizzling balsamic vinegar over serving platter of chicken bruschetta with tomatoes, basil, and cheese.

    7. Top with the tomato bruschetta mixture.

    8. Garnish with drizzled balsamic vinegar and additional sliced basil, if desired.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    serving platter of chicken bruschetta with tomatoes, basil, and cheese.
    Can I double this recipe?

    Absolutely! Double all of the ingredients, and prepare to cook the chicken in batches. Most likely you will need to cook the chicken in two or three batches.

    How healthy is bruschetta?

    The tomatoes are a good source of antioxidants, Vitamin C, and potassium. If you want to make this dish healthier, you can leave off the cheese.

    What's the best way to store leftovers?

    Allow the chicken to cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three or four days.

    🍽 Serving ideas

    This chicken bruschetta recipe goes so well with some Easy Garlic Parmesan Knots, or Garlic Rosemary Focaccia.

    Need an appetizer to kick off the meal? Try these recipes for Marinated Feta or Air Fryer Ravioli.

    It's also delicious with a vegetable side dish, such as Air Fryer Broccoli or Green Beans with Bacon and Shallots.

    🍳 Kitchen tools and equipment

    To make this recipe, you'll need:

    • Skillet - Use a a large skillet to cook this dish.
    • Meat Thermometer - A meat thermometer is the best way to confirm whether the chicken is fully cooked or not.

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    Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card, and if you really loved it, please leave a comment further down on the page. Thank you!

    single bruschetta chicken on a white plate with basil leaves in the background.

    Chicken Bruschetta recipe

    5 from 7 votes
    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 20 mins
    Total Time: 30 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    This easy dinner recipe is packed with big Italian flavors and is easy to make in 30 minutes!
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 381kcal
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    Ingredients

    Bruschetta topping

    • 2½ cups diced Roma tomatoes (about 4 to 5 tomatoes)
    • 4 garlic cloves, minced
    • ¼ cup finely chopped red onions
    • ½ cup thinly sliced basil leaves
    • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Chicken

    • 4 chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total)
    • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 4 slices mozzarella cheese
    • Optional: additional balsamic vinegar and basil leaves for garnish.

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, toss together the tomatoes, garlic, onions, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss together until well combined. Set aside.
    • Season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
    • Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once heated up, add the chicken breasts. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, turning halfway through to cook both sides evenly.
    • Just when the chicken is about to be done to your liking, add one cheese slice on top of each piece of chicken. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes, just until the cheese starts to melt.
    • Remove the cheese-topped chicken from the skillet and transfer to a plate. Top with the tomato bruschetta mixture. Garnish with drizzled balsamic vinegar and additional sliced basil, if desired.

    Notes

    Chicken: If your chicken is thicker and the pieces are not about the same thickness, you may want to pound the chicken flatter until they are all close to the same thickness. This will help them cook evenly around the same time. 
    Storage: Allow the chicken to cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three or four days.
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 381kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 609mg | Potassium: 844mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1625IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 189mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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      1. kushigalu says

        October 03, 2022 at 2:38 am

        Drooling over this delicious bruschetta recipe. Thanks for sharing. I am trying it today.

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      2. Anjali says

        October 03, 2022 at 2:36 am

        5 stars
        Love this twist on a traditional bruschetta! It made for an easy and light dinner for our family!

        Reply
      3. Angela says

        October 02, 2022 at 11:46 pm

        5 stars
        Love all of the flavors! Definitely the best way to make chicken. Thanks for the great recipe!

        Reply
      4. MacKenzie says

        October 02, 2022 at 11:24 pm

        5 stars
        My family loved this dish. The bruschetta flavor with the chicken is fabulous.

        Reply
      5. Jill says

        October 02, 2022 at 11:21 pm

        5 stars
        Your gorgeous pictures enticed me to try your recipe. Everyone loved it. Thank you!

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