Description
Bruschetta Chicken Bake is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that perfectly blends tender chicken with vibrant tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil. This one-pan wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with family and friends. In just 15 minutes of preparation, you can whip up a meal that not only tastes amazing but also showcases fresh ingredients at their best. The juicy chicken, combined with the burst of flavors from the tomatoes and aromatic herbs, creates a dish that is simply irresistible. Serve it alongside pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Season the chicken chunks with olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the seasoned chicken for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and top with diced tomatoes followed by mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20–25 minutes or until fully cooked and cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 90mg