Grilled Bruschetta Chicken
Grilled Bruschetta Chicken is a must-have during the warm months at my home! It’s essentially a caprese-style dish featuring succulent tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, red onion, aromatic garlic, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar—a perfect choice for a tasty weeknight dinner!
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Ingredients
- 3 medium vine ripe tomatoes
- 1 tbsp extra virgin oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
- 3 oz part skim mozzarella
- 1.25 lbs 8 thin sliced chicken cutlets
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves
- 2 small cloves garlic
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, blend together the chopped onion, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt, and freshly ground pepper. Allow this mixture to rest for a few minutes.
- 2
Dice the tomatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Add minced garlic, fresh basil, the onion-balsamic mixture, and an additional 1/8 teaspoon of salt and pepper to taste. Allow this to marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to overnight for enhanced flavor.
- 3
Just before serving, fold in the cheese to the tomato mixture.
- 4
Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and freshly cracked pepper.
- 5
Heat the grill to a medium-high temperature, ensuring to clean and oil the grates to prevent the chicken from sticking.
- 6
Grill the chicken for 2 minutes on each side, then remove and place on a serving platter. Top with the bruschetta mixture and enjoy.