Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Cutlets

Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Cutlets

Looking for a quick and delicious dinner idea? These Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Cutlets are a perfect blend of savory chicken and fresh, tangy bruschetta topping, all smothered with melted cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

For the bruschetta topping:

• 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed in a garlic press
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, or 1/4 teaspoon each dried basil and oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

For the chicken:

• 1 1/2 pounds (4 cutlets) chicken breast cutlets, or thinly sliced chicken breasts, 1/4-inch thick
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Prepare the Broiler: Heat your oven broiler to its highest setting. Place a rack a few inches below the broiler.
2. Make the Bruschetta Topping: In a medium mixing bowl, stir together all of the bruschetta topping ingredients (diced tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, Italian seasoning, and black pepper). Set aside.
3. Season the Chicken: Season the chicken cutlets on both sides with salt and pepper.
4. Sear the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large (12-inch), oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Use either a cast iron or stainless steel skillet—avoid nonstick and enameled cast iron cookware as they aren’t broiler safe. When the oil is shimmering, sear the chicken cutlets for 3 minutes on one side to get a bit of color. They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage.
5. Add Bruschetta and Cheese: Flip the cutlets over, then spoon on the bruschetta topping and sprinkle with the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Let them cook in the pan for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
6. Broil the Chicken: Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 3 to 5 minutes. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
7. Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the chicken with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Calories: 300 kcal per serving
• Servings: 4

Tips for Success

• Ensure your skillet is oven-safe to handle the high heat of the broiler.
• Draining the tomatoes well prevents excess liquid from making the chicken soggy.
• Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded varieties.

Enjoy this easy and flavorful Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Cutlets recipe! It’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a casual get-together with friends. Let me know how it turns out in the comments below!

Happy cooking!

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