Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Bake

overhead shot of bruschetta chicken on top of pasta on plate

4.55 from 46 votes

This Italian-inspired Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Bake pairs Parmesan-crusted chicken with a rich, balsamic sauce, topped with zesty tomatoes and gooey melted mozzarella. This chicken dish is super comforting and perfect served with your favorite pasta or rice!

Prep Time10

Cook Time55

Total Time1 5

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: servings

Author: Becky Hardin

Equipment

9x13 Baking Pan

Ingredients

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
8 fresh basil leaves stacked, rolled, and minced, do not use dried
½ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon minced garlic
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts thawed if frozen
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 large egg + 1 tablespoon water, whisked
14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes drained (1 can) - or use 2 cups fresh
4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese or any good melting cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Sprinkle both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Mix the egg and the water.
In a small bowl, mix the Parmesan and basil together.
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 8 fresh basil leaves
Dip the chicken in egg/water mixture, then press into the Parmesan mixture to coat.
Spray a baking pan with nonstick spray and lay the chicken in the pan.
In a separate bowl, mix the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Greek yogurt, and garlic together until well combined.
½ cup balsamic vinegar, ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Pour the Greek yogurt mixture over the chicken.
Pour the drained can of tomatoes over the chicken.
14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
Cover loosely with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 20 minutes.
Place one slice of mozzarella cheese over each breast and cook for 5 more minutes (or broil until melty).
4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
Serve with pasta or rice. Enjoy!

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Notes

Try topping with balsamic glaze for extra sweetness.
Pesto is also a great addition to change things up!
To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken breasts (test the largest one too) and once it reaches 165°F the chicken is cooked through.

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