Healthy Bruschetta Chicken Breast Recipe

Grilled or baked in 30 minutes

Juicy seasoned chicken breasts covered with a fresh tomato basil topping and a light balsamic glaze. Clean flavors, quick cook, and perfect for a healthy chicken dinner.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Healthy dinner that still tastes bright and rich
• Grill or bake, both work
• Great for healthy meal prep and salads
• Uses simple pantry spices and ripe tomatoes

Ingredients

(Full measurements are in the WP Recipe Card below.)
Chicken: chicken breasts, olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, black pepper
Bruschetta topping: tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper
Finish: balsamic glaze

How to make it

1. Season chicken
   Pat dry. Toss with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Cook chicken

• Grill: medium-high heat, 5 to 7 minutes per side, to 165°F.
• Bake: 425°F, 18 to 22 minutes on a lined sheet, to 165°F.

3. Mix bruschetta
   Combine diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Rest 5 to 10 minutes.
4. Top and finish
   Slice chicken, spoon on bruschetta, drizzle balsamic glaze, add basil. Serve right away.

Pro tips

• Pound breasts to an even thickness for juicy results
• Salt tomatoes and drain if watery
• Use a thermometer for perfect doneness
• Double the bruschetta to serve over greens, pasta, or toast

How to serve

• Over arugula or mixed greens
• With rice, quinoa, or roasted veggies
• With garlic bread for a fuller chicken dinner

Make ahead and storage

• Storing leftovers: refrigerate chicken and topping in separate containers for 3 to 4 days
• Freezing: freeze cooked chicken up to 2 months, do not freeze the tomato topping
• Reheating: warm chicken gently on the stove or in the oven, then add fresh topping

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs? Yes. Cook to 175°F for best texture.
Best tomatoes? Firm ripe Roma or cherry. Drain excess juice.
Is it good for meal prep? Yes. Pack chicken and topping separately.
No balsamic glaze at home? Reduce ½ cup balsamic vinegar to a syrup or skip it.

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Healthy Bruschetta Chicken Breast

Grilled or baked chicken breasts topped with juicy tomato-basil bruschetta and a touch of balsamic glaze. A light, fresh, and healthy dinner that’s perfect for meal prep or a summer evening.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Calories: 285

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb total)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1½ tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ¾ tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 3 cups diced ripe tomatoes
• ½ cup chopped fresh basil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1½ tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• ¼ tsp kosher salt, more to taste
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
• extra basil for serving

Equipment

• grill or oven
• mixing bowl
• cutting board
• knife
• tongs or spatula

Method

 

1. Pat chicken dry. Toss with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Grill on medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes per side, or bake at 425°F for 18 to 22 minutes, until the thickest part reaches 165°F. Rest 5 minutes.
3. Stir tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Let sit 5 to 10 minutes.
4. Slice chicken. Spoon on bruschetta. Drizzle with balsamic glaze. Add basil and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 36gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Drain tomatoes for a thicker topping. Swap chicken for turkey cutlets if needed. For extra protein, add mozzarella pearls right before serving.

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