Bruschetta Chicken 

Grilled or baked Bruschetta Chicken is an easy and healthy dinner, perfect for warm weather. Tender chicken breasts are topped with a fresh mixture of tomatoes, garlic, and basil, making it a quick yet flavorful meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each)
  
  

• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  
  

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  
  

• 1 teaspoon onion powder
  
  

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  
  

• 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  
  

• 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  
  

• 3-4 medium ripe tomatoes (about 1 lb), cored, seeded, and chopped
  
  

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  
  

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
  
  

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  
  

• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  
  

• 2 tablespoons thinly sliced basil leaves
  
  

• Ground pepper, to taste
  
  

• Balsamic glaze (optional)
  
  

Directions

1. Prepare the bruschetta by mixing chopped tomatoes with salt and garlic in a bowl, then set aside.
   
   

2. Pound chicken breasts to even thickness, about 1 inch.
   
   

3. Combine Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper in a small bowl. Season the chicken on both sides with the mixture.
   
   

4. For grilling: Preheat the grill to high heat. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
   
   

5. For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake chicken for 10-12 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
   
   

6. Finish the bruschetta topping by stirring in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh basil, and pepper. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
   
   

7. Top each chicken breast with the bruschetta mixture and serve immediately.
   
   

Nutritional Value

• Calories: 293 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 12g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 2g
  
  

• Monounsaturated Fat: 5g
  
  

• Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
  
  

• Trans Fat: 0g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 113mg
  
  

• Sodium: 762mg
  
  

• Protein: 38g
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 8g
  
  

• Fiber: 3g
  
  

• Sugars: 3g
  
  

• Potassium: 383mg
  
  

• Vitamin A: 51%
  
  

• Vitamin C: 21%
  
  

• Calcium: 18%
  
  

• Iron: 5%