Bruschetta Grilled Chicken Recipe

One of the most popular eaten meat worldwide is chicken. Not only does it tastes delicious but it is also a healthy option since it is high in proteins and low in calories especially the chicken breast which can be served as roasted, broiled, or grilled.

Talking about grilled chicken is full of lean proteins which keep you full for a long period of time, has high nutritional value, and is low in fats. Hence, it is ideal for you if you are looking for healthy food options or weight loss.

Grilled chicken recipes are not only necessary for weight loss but are also perfect for students who are on a budget, parents who are busy, or generally, for people who are lazy to make themselves a full-cooked meal as grilled chicken recipes are affordable, less time consuming and they require fewer ingredients.

Grilled chicken can be served as a quick lunch, can be added to salads and soups, or consumed at dinner as a healthy main course along with rice or pasta.  

Below we have an easy and creative grilled chicken recipe for you which includes bruschetta topping for an exquisite taste. Bruschetta pronounces as “ bruschetta” is a classic starter that originated in Italy and is a mixture of tomatoes, basil, and garlic.

How to make bruschetta grilled chicken?

Ingredients

For the chicken

• Boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 4 tsp olive oil
• ½ lemon
• 2 cloves garlic
• ½ tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• Pinch of oregano

For the topping

• Cheese slices
• 2 Tomatoes
• 2 garlic cloves
• ½ lemon
• ½ tsp. basil leaves
• ½ tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. black pepper

Directions

This recipe requires 3 steps. First, you’ll need to marinate the chicken for 30 minutes, then grill it for about 10 minutes or until the chicken is fully done lastly you’ll need to prepare the toppings which will take approximately 5 minutes and include cheese and bruschetta topping.

Below is the step-by-step guide for making a delicious grilled chicken with the bruschetta recipe.

Marinate Chicken

• In a small bowl add 2 tsp olive oil, ½ lemon, 2 cloves chopped garlic, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, and a pinch of oregano.
• Give them a good mix
• Brush the mixture carefully onto the chicken breasts so that every part of it is coated
• Refrigerate the marinated chicken for at least 30 minutes

Grill Chicken

• Put a pan on low heat and add 2 tsp of olive oil
• Take out the refrigerated chicken breasts and grill them for about 5 minutes on each side

Tip:- To check if the chicken is well cooked take a knife and poke in the middle of the chicken slices. Remember the chicken shouldn’t be too hard and can be easily cut

Prepare Topping

• Top each breast slice with 1 mozzarella cheese slice and cover until cheese is melted
• For bruschetta recipe, chop 2 tomatoes, toss them with 2 minced garlic cloves, ½ lemon, ½ tsp basil leaves, ½ tsp. of salt and black pepper
• Add the bruschetta mixture on top of the grilled chicken and enjoy!