This bruschetta chicken is made with tender seared chicken topped with a homemade bruschetta made with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Bruschetta chicken in a cast iron skillet.

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Balsamic Bruschetta Chicken

When summer rolls around, I’m always reminded of how much I love this bruschetta recipe and just how tasty it is. We had some of the mixture leftover after making bruschetta caprese, so what better way to use it up by making a bruschetta chicken!

If you’ve never tried this meal, it is so simple and the summer flavors from the tomatoes and basil compliment the chicken so well.

I love to add some fresh shaved parmesan cheese and just like my balsamic glazed salmon, a balsamic glaze drizzled on top really makes the dish!

Recipe Ingredients

Overhead shot of bruschetta in bowl.
  • Chicken: I like to use chicken breasts sliced in half horizontally.
  • Italian seasoning: This adds an added boost of flavor to the chicken.
  • Bruschetta: A simple mixture of tomatoes, garlic, basil, and vinegar makes this dish and can be made in advance.
  • Parmesan cheese: The saltiness of the cheese works perfectly with the bruschetta.
  • Balsamic glaze: You can use store-bought or make balsamic glaze at home.

How to Make Bruschetta Chicken

Searing chicken in cast iron skillet.
  • Season. Toss the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook. Add the chicken to a skillet with oil and sear until cooked through.
  • Serve. Top with bruschetta and parmesan cheese. Drizzle with balsamic glaze to serve.

Cooking Tips

  • Slice meat in half. Cut the chicken in half before cooking so that it sears faster and more evenly.
  • Prepare bruschetta in advance. Make the bruschetta ahead of time so that when dinner rolls around, it’s one less thing to do. It will need to refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to marinate together.
  • Add cheese. Mozzarella would also taste great in this dish. Mix fresh mozzarella cubes in with the tomatoes to make bruschetta caprese, or you can also melt a slice of mozzarella directly on top of the chicken.
  • Grilling method. You can grill the chicken instead if preferred. Just season and cook on grill until cooked through.
  • Balsamic glaze. Try making your own balsamic glaze to drizzle on top. You only need two ingredients!

Ways to Serve Bruschetta Chicken

  • I love serving the chicken on a bed of lettuce for a healthier alternative.
  • You can also serve it with cooked pasta.
  • Another idea is to cut a french baguette into 4 pieces (then slice vertically) and add cooked chicken slices and bruschetta on top. It would be extra yummy topped with melted cheese too. :)
Bruschetta chicken on a bed of lettuce.

Favorite Sides for Serving

This dish has all of those fresh summer flavors and tastes great served with grilled vegetables or a big chopped salad. Below are some of our favorite sides to serve alongside bruschetta chicken:

Close up of bruschetta chicken in skillet.

Need more easy chicken breast dinner recipes? Try this recipe for chicken francese, marry me chicken recipe or my easy chicken piccata next!

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bruschetta chicken

Bruschetta Chicken

5 from 23 votes
Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
This bruschetta chicken is made with tender seared chicken topped with a homemade bruschetta made with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
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Ingredients 

Instructions

  • Season chicken. Season 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with the 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. 
  • Sear chicken. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 Tablespoon olive oil. Place the chicken into the pan. Cook 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until the center is cooked through. 
  • Garnish. Top with bruschetta and parmesan cheese. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the top. 

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Notes

Cheese: You can melt a slice of mozzarella directly on top of the chicken, or mix fresh mozzarella cubes in with the tomatoes. 
Grilling the meat: This dish also works with grilled chicken. Just season and cook on grill until cooked through, then add bruschetta on top. 
Balsamic glaze: If you don’t have any glaze on hand, make one yourself by using this easy 2-ingredient balsamic glaze recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 166kcal, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 40mg, Sodium: 459mg, Potassium: 362mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 549IU, Vitamin C: 8mg, Calcium: 99mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.

Recipe FAQs

How far in advance can I make the bruschetta?

Making the bruschetta ahead of time means the flavors have time to meld and it is one less step come dinner time. The bruschetta will last up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Can I use chicken thighs instead for the chicken bruschetta?

Of course! I would use bone-in for more flavor and adjust the cooking time as needed.

Do I have to cook the chicken in the skillet?

You can use your favorite preferred method for making the cooked chicken breast. You can make this recipe with grilled chicken or baked chicken breast.

Can I freeze leftovers of the chicken?

You can freeze the chicken, but the bruschetta topping is only best when freshly served.