Bruschetta Chicken Tomato Basil (Print)
Pan seared chicken topped with tomato, basil, and balsamic for a bright, Italian-inspired main dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken and Seasonings
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1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs, butterflied or pounded thin
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Tomato Topping
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2 cups tomatoes, seeded and diced
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1 clove garlic, minced or grated
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2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
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2 tablespoons basil, thinly sliced
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Optional Garnishes
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Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan), grated
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Balsamic glaze, drizzled
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1 tablespoon basil pesto, mixed into the tomatoes
# How to Make It:
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Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-5 minutes per side. Remove from heat.
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Mix together diced tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, onion, basil, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Serve the chicken topped with the freshly prepared tomato mixture. Optionally, garnish with Parmesan, balsamic glaze, or basil pesto.
# Additional Notes:
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The chicken should be about 1/2 inch thin to cook quickly. Either slice or pound it thin.
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Prepare the tomato mixture ahead of time (an hour to a day) to enhance the flavors. Add basil just before serving.