Pesto Bruschetta Chicken
Pesto Bruschetta Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together juicy grilled chicken breasts, melted mozzarella, and a fresh tomato topping enhanced by homemade basil pesto. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this dish is as impressive as it is easy to prepare. The bright colors and mouthwatering taste will have your family and guests asking for seconds. Not only does it deliver on flavor, but it’s also a low-carb option that fits seamlessly into any healthy eating plan. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 Large Chicken Breasts
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- ¼ cup Basil Pesto
- 1 cup Diced Tomatoes
- 4 slices Mozzarella Cheese
- Balsamic Glaze
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, sliced basil leaves, grated garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to create the bruschetta topping. Set aside.
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken halfway through.
- Top each chicken breast with mozzarella cheese and cover the skillet to melt the cheese.
- Remove from heat, drizzle with basil pesto, top with bruschetta mixture, and finish with balsamic glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast topped with bruschetta (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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