BBQ & Grill

Skillet Bruschetta Chicken

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Drescription

This flavorful skillet chicken bruschetta puts a tasty spin on a traditional dish. Drawing inspiration from the Italian appetizer, we replace the usual toasted bread with protein-packed chicken cutlets. The vibrant and juicy chopped tomato topping remains a constant, complemented by a drizzle of sweet and tangy balsamic glaze. For an added layer of flavor, serve topped with shaved Parmesan cheese or add some chopped olives to the tomato mixture for a briny kick.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, plus leaves for garnish (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
  • 1 medium clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground pepper, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 4 (4-ounce) chicken cutlets
  • 4 (1-ounce) slices part-skim low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 4 teaspoons balsamic glaze

Directions

  1. Place tomatoes in a small bowl; add 1 tablespoon oil, shallot, basil, vinegar, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Toss to combine; set aside.
  2. Pat chicken dry using paper towels; sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
  3. Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the chicken; cook, undisturbed, until golden brown on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Flip the cutlets and top each with a cheese slice. Cover the pan with a lid or baking sheet; cook until the cheese is melted and a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken registers 165°F, about 1 minute, 30 seconds.
  4. Transfer the chicken to individual plates or a platter; top with the tomato mixture and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Garnish with basil leaves, if desired.
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