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Bruschetta chicken bake is a simple, oven-baked dish featuring boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Ready in under an hour, this easy weeknight meal brings together bold Italian flavors with fresh ingredients, making it a great option for busy nights or casual gatherings.

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Prep Time20

Cook Time20

Total Time40

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Bruschetta Chicken Bake Ingredients
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Juicy chicken. Garlic. Cheese. And that irresistible tomato-basil topping. This Bruschetta Chicken Bake is what happens when classic Italian flavors meet weeknight comfort food. No fancy steps — just layer it up, bake until golden and bubbly, and let the oven do the work. You get everything you love about bruschetta, minus the toast.

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Bruschetta Chicken Bake Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Boneless skinless chicken thighs can be used instead the chicken breasts.
Roma and Campari tomatoes are best because they have a lower water content, keeping the dish from turning watery. Cherry tomatoes work too, but chop them into halves or quarters for even cooking.
You can use dried basil instead of fresh basil, but the flavor won’t be as bright. Use one teaspoon of dried basil for every tablespoon of fresh basil.

How to Get the Best Baked Bruschetta Chicken

To Prevent Excess Moisture – Gently scoop out some seeds before dicing tomatoes into ¾-inch pieces. Keep the cuts uniform to help the tomato mixture bake evenly without turning watery.

Bowl of uniformly chopped fresh tomatoes mixed with garlic, shown under bruschetta preparation tips on a marble background.

Cook the Chicken Just Right – Sear boneless skinless chicken breasts over medium-high heat for a golden crust that locks in moisture and adds extra flavor. Use a thermometer and remove from heat at 165°F to keep it juicy.

Golden brown seared chicken pieces layered over diced tomatoes in a glass baking dish, ready for baking, with a tip about preventing rubbery chicken.

Layer for Even Cooking – Spread half the fresh tomato bruschetta mixture on the bottom of the baking dish before adding the bite-sized pieces of chicken. This creates a flavorful base and prevents the chicken from drying out.

Let It Rest – Give it two to three minutes after baking so flavors settle and the cheese firms up.

Fully baked bruschetta chicken bake in a glass dish with melted mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and chopped basil, with a wooden spoon serving a portion.

What to Serve With This Recipe

🥔 Crispy Smashed Potatoes – Golden, crunchy edges with tender, fluffy centers.
🍚 Souper Rice – A creamy rice dish resembling a cheater risotto.
🥦 Sautéed Vegetables – A medley of fresh vegetables sautéed to perfection.
🥖 Pull-Apart Garlic Bread – Melted butter and cheese, in a soft loaf of bread.

How to Store Chicken Bruschetta

Make Ahead: Cook the chicken and prep the tomato mixture as directed, then layer everything in the baking dish, cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, let it sit at room temp while the oven preheats, then bake.

In the Fridge: Let leftovers cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

In the Freezer: Transfer cooled dish to an airtight container. It can be frozen for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Reheating:

Oven– Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes, or until heated through.
Microwave- Heat individual portions in 30-second intervals until warm.

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And there you have it — a big, bubbling dish of comfort that turns humble ingredients into something seriously delicious. Juicy seared chicken, sweet-tangy tomatoes, gooey mozzarella… it’s like bruschetta grew up.

Whether you’re feeding the family on a busy weeknight or meal prepping for the days ahead, this Bruschetta Chicken Bake delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Simple. Satisfying. That’s my kind of weeknight dinner.

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Bruschetta Chicken Bake

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces
1 ½ teaspoons italian seasoning blend
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
3 cups diced fresh tomatoes, roma tomatoes or campari tomatoes work best
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 teaspoons fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray an 8×8 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the bite-sized pieces of boneless skinless chicken breasts in a single layer. Sprinkle with italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat.
While the chicken cooks, mix diced fresh tomatoes, minced garlic, and balsamic vinegar in a large bowl. Stir to coat the tomatoes evenly.
Spread half the tomato mixture into the bottom of the baking dish. Layer the cooked pieces of chicken over the tomatoes, then spoon the remaining tomato mixture evenly over the top.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the bruschetta chicken bake. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the fresh tomatoes have softened.
Let the dish cool for 2-3 minutes, then sprinkle with chopped fresh basil before serving.

Notes

For a more intense balsamic flavor, you can substitute a balsamic glaze for the vinegar. Balsamic glaze is thicker and slightly sweeter than balsamic vinegar.
Campari or Roma tomato varieties work best for this recipe as they do not have as many seeds and pulp as vine ripe or beefsteak tomatoes do. However, for best flavor you will want to use whatever tomatoes are ripe and in season for this recipe.
Fresh mozzarella melts beautifully over the tomatoes and chicken in this bruschetta chicken bake. However, you can substitute a block of whole milk mozzarella that is shredded by hand if needed. Pre-shredded mozzarella cheese is not recommended as it often contain additives to prevent caking, which keep the cheese from melting well.

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