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
- Prepare the Broiler: Heat your oven broiler to its highest setting. Place a rack a few inches below the broiler.
- 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.
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken cutlets on both sides with salt and pepper.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Cutlets
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
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
Instructions
Heat your oven broiler to its highest setting. Place a rack a few inches below the broiler.
In a medium mixing bowl, stir together all of the bruschetta topping ingredients. Set aside.
Season the chicken cutlets on both sides with the salt and pepper.
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—nonstick and enameled cast iron cookware usually aren’t meant to be used above 500°F, so they aren’t broiler safe.
When the oil is shimmering, sear the chicken cutlets for 3 minutes on one side, just so they get a little bit of color. It’s ok if they are not cooked through, since they will finish cooking in the oven.
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.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal