Description
Treat your loved ones to a deliciously vibrant dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a fresh bruschetta topping of juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and zesty garlic. This Healthy Mother’s Day Bruschetta Chicken is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for any celebration, making it a delightful centerpiece for your Mother’s Day brunch or family gatherings. Enjoy each flavorful bite as you create lasting memories around the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups ripe vine tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sear chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt to create the bruschetta topping.
- Place seared chicken in the prepared baking dish and spoon bruschetta mixture over each piece of chicken.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with topping (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in balsamic vinegar for at least 30 minutes before cooking. You can customize this recipe by adding seasonal vegetables or crumbled feta cheese on top.