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Bruschetta Chicken

Bruschetta Chicken is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken with herby tomatoes and melted cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 6 pieces boneless chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons fig preserves (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon champagne or balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • to taste Salt, black pepper, and chili flakes
  • 1 cup melty Gouda or mozzarella cheese, or a mix
  • to serve Grilled bread

For the Marinated Tomatoes

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons champagne or balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fig preserves (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 shallot chopped (for tomatoes)
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped (for tomatoes)
  • 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (for tomatoes)
  • 1 cup fresh basil, chopped (for tomatoes)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a bowl, combine chicken, olive oil, fig preserves (if using), vinegar, Italian seasoning, oregano, garlic, basil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Let sit for 5 minutes or up to overnight in the fridge.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the marinated tomatoes by mixing all the ingredients in a bowl and seasoning with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.

Cooking

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken along with the marinade from the bowl, and sear on both sides until golden, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Top each piece of chicken with cheese and spoon over 2 big spoonfuls of the marinated tomatoes.
  • Bake for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked throughout.
  • Finish with the remaining tomatoes and fresh basil.

Notes

Serve the Bruschetta Chicken hot, accompanied by grilled bread or over a bed of pasta. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight for a more intense taste. Experiment with different cheeses, such as feta or goat cheese, for a unique twist. Ensure the chicken is pounded thin for even cooking.
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