Here’s a Bruschetta Chicken Bake recipe — a flavorful, oven-baked dish that combines juicy chicken breasts, tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and melty cheese, all inspired by the classic Italian bruschetta topping.
Bruschetta Chicken Bake Recipe
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Total Time: ~55 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bruschetta Topping:
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2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or 3–4 Roma tomatoes, diced)
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon fresh chopped basil
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
For Topping:
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1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or Italian blend)
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Fresh basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season the chicken
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Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
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Rub each breast with a bit of olive oil, then season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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Arrange the chicken in a lightly greased 9×13″ baking dish.
3. Prepare bruschetta topping
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In a bowl, combine the tomatoes, garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, basil, and oregano.
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Stir well to coat the tomatoes evenly.
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Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to marinate.
4. Assemble the dish
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Spoon the bruschetta mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
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Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and Parmesan on top of the tomato mixture.
5. Bake
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Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
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Uncover and bake an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the cheese is melted and golden.
6. Garnish & serve
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Let the dish rest for 5 minutes.
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Garnish with freshly chopped basil or parsley if desired.
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Serve with:
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Garlic bread
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A side salad
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Pasta, quinoa, or rice
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Optional Add-Ons
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Add a layer of baby spinach or sautéed mushrooms under the bruschetta for extra veggies.
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For extra crisp, top with buttered breadcrumbs in the last 5–10 minutes of baking.
Make-Ahead Tip
You can assemble the dish (up to the point before baking), cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours in advance