Bruschetta Chicken: Juicy Balsamic Chicken with Garlic Twist
Bruschetta Chicken – Juicy Balsamic Chicken with Garlic, Basil, and Cherry Tomatoes is a delicious and fresh take on the classic Italian appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the balsamic mixture over them.
- Top the chicken with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before baking.
- Serve with a side salad or over pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 54g
- Cholesterol: 120mg