Healthy Bruschetta Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and satisfying Healthy Bruschetta Chicken recipe! Juicy, oven-baked chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and topped with a fresh, zesty bruschetta mixture made from sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a splash of balsamic vinegar. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, this wholesome dish brings bold Italian-inspired flavors to your table without the guilt. Perfect for meal preppers and those following a lighter diet, this gluten-free recipe can be customized with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an extra burst of savory richness. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete, nutritious meal that’s as easy as it is delicious!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons dried oregano
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a medium mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the tomato mixture.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the balsamic vinegar over the tomato mixture, then add 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper. Stir to combine, and set aside to let the flavors meld.
Season the chicken breasts with the remaining salt, pepper, and dried oregano on both sides.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Do not cook through at this point.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once the chicken is done, remove the skillet from the oven and spoon the tomato-basil mixture generously over the top of each chicken breast.
Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of the bruschetta-topped chicken for added flavor.
Serve immediately with your favorite side dish, such as roasted vegetables or a simple salad, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.5 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 639 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 3803 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 241.9 g | 484% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 808 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2658 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
