BRUSCHETTA
CHICKEN RECIPE
Easy and
delicious, this low-carb Bruschetta Chicken is seasoned
with simple Italian seasonings and topped with a light and fresh tomato basil
bruschetta topping. Ready in just 30 minutes, enjoy this low-calorie dinner
with a side of sautéed zucchini zoodles and drizzled with your favorite
balsamic glaze.
BRUSCHETTA
CHICKEN
Garlic and herb
seasoned chicken topped with fresh and juicy tomatoes with sweet basil,
parmesan cheese, and balsamic glaze. This crazy delicious and
flavorful Bruschetta Chicken is one of those recipes that is somewhat
unexpected…in the best possible way.
Packed with bold flavors and made with simple
ingredients, Bruschetta Chicken is perfect for anyone
looking to eat healthy without wanting to feel like they’re actually eating
healthy food.
Ready in just
30 minutes, I often prepare
Bruschetta chicken for a busy weeknight dinner or double the recipe and meal
prep for the whole week! No matter how you enjoy this easy chicken recipe –
lunch, dinner, leftover – it’s a fan favorite!
WHAT IS
BRUSCHETTA?
Bruschetta is a
starter dish or appetizer (antipasto) with its origins in Italy. Typically made with grilled bread that
has been rubbed with fresh garlic, olive oil, and salt, the most popular
Bruschetta variations come topped with some combination of meat, cured meat (such
as prosciutto), beans, vegetables, or cheese.
The most popular
and well-known Bruschetta variation here in the states includes the same
delicious grilled bread topped with a mixture of fresh chopped
tomatoes, basil, garlic, onion, and mozzarella cheese. Often, you’ll
find Bruschetta drizzled with balsamic vinegar for a delicious tangy layer of
flavor.
In this Bruschetta
Chicken Recipe, I’ve borrowed my favorite parts of this classic Italian
appetizer and turned it into a delicious, low-carb, and easy family dinner.
Just kidding…the
bread is my favorite part, too. But, low-carb and healthy, remember? Besides,
we can always eat the bread on the side.
WHAT
INGREDIENTS ARE REQUIRED TO MAKE BRUSCHETTA CHICKEN?
- chicken breasts
- olive oil
- garlic
- Italian seasoning
- fresh tomatoes (I used Roma, but
Heirloom are always a good idea)
- lemon
- red onion
- fresh basil
- parmesan cheese
- zucchini
- balsamic glaze
HOW
TO MAKE BRUSCHETTA CHICKEN RECIPE?
One
of my favorite parts about this Bruschetta Chicken Recipe is how insanely easy
it is to make. That said, a couple of simple cooking tools/gadgets/items will
make cooking this recipe a whole lot easier.
The
first? A large well-seasoned cast iron skillet. No, you do
not have to use a cast iron skillet, but on all those
occasions when the grill or barbeque isn’t available, cast iron gives the very
best flavor. And the second? A spiralizer. It can be any spiralizer.
Ok,
so let’s get started!
The
first step in making this Bruschetta chicken is to get the chicken prepared. For best results, I recommend butterflying
your chicken breasts so that they are nice and thin. This will prevent your
chicken from drying out. Once your chicken breasts have been prepared, transfer
them to a large mixing bowl and toss with olive oil, minced garlic, Italian
seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the entire surface of your
chicken breasts because otherwise…what’s the point, right?
Ok,
so marinate for at least 10 minutes. If, however, you are preparing your
chicken for later use, cover with foil or plastic wrap and transfer to the
refrigerator until ready to use.
Meanwhile,
prepare your bruschetta topping and spiralize your zucchini into curly ribbon
noodles.
With
everything prepped and ready to go, it’s time to cook the chicken.
Set
your skillet over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is nice and hot,
drizzle with olive oil and add the chicken. You may need to do this in two
batches depending on the size of your skillet. Cook for approximately 3
minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken from
the skillet and set aside to a clean plate.
Return
to the same skillet to medium-high heat and add those gorgeous zoodles! Sauté
for 2-3 minutes, or until just starting to soften. Careful not
to overcook the zucchini noodles as they will release all their water and
quickly turn soggy.
Return
your cooked chicken to the skillet, nestling in among the zucchini noodles. Top
off each chicken breast with a generous spoonful of tomato bruschetta topping
and immediately remove from heat.
Best
served immediately, but also amazing leftover.
