Description
A simple, flavorful bake featuring chicken, bright tomatoes, fresh basil, and melted cheese—perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or a mix of basil, oregano, and thyme)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (or diced Roma tomatoes)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Season chicken with olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high and sear chicken pieces for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer seared chicken to a baking dish.
- Top with diced tomatoes, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- Place in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh basil.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
- Serve hot with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
Check doneness with a thermometer; chicken should read 75°C (165°F). Let the dish rest five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken recipe, bruschetta, bake, Italian, weeknight dinner