Bruschetta Chicken
During the height of summer, we eagerly utilize our grill for mouthwatering main dishes and delectable BBQ sides. Although we possess an assortment of chicken dinner recipes for busy weeknights, nothing beats the bruschetta grilled chicken when it comes to savoring the vibrant flavors of the season. If you happen to have surplus homemade bruschetta available, consider using it to enhance the taste of your main course—starting with this delightful and cheesy creation.Here's the straightforward process: Grilled chicken receives an invigorating burst of freshness from homemade bruschetta and layers of delectable mozzarella cheese. As the chicken cooks on the grill, it is adorned with the mozzarella, creating a cheesy and irresistibly melty delight. Finally, the chicken is crowned with a generous serving of your freshly prepared bruschetta. This dish is an exquisite blend of cheese, herbs, and tanginess, ensuring that every bite of the chicken is a captivating experience that banishes any trace of monotony.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon, divided
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning or dried oregano
- 4 boneless skinless antibiotic free chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
- 3 slicing tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp. freshly chopped basil
- 4 slices mozzarella
- Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine oil, half the lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and Italian seasoning (or oregano) and whisk to combine. Transfer to a large re-sealable bag along with chicken; seal and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Heat grill over medium-high then add chicken, discarding excess marinade. Grill until charred and cooked to an internal temperature of 155°-160°, about 5 to 7 minutes per side.
- Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, and remaining lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. While chicken is still on grill, top each breast with 1 slice mozzarella and cover until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Top chicken with tomato mixture.
- Garnish with Parmesan and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 563kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 69gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 222mgSodium: 990mgPotassium: 1197mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gCalcium: 199mgIron: 2mg
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