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Easy Cheesy Bruschetta Caprese Chicken Bake

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A simple, comforting chicken bake layered with juicy chicken breasts, tangy bruschetta topping, fresh mozzarella, and basil. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) store-bought or homemade tomato bruschetta
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) fresh mozzarella, sliced or torn
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon (2 grams) Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Arrange the chicken breasts evenly spaced in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Drizzle 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil over the chicken.
  4. Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the chicken breasts.
  5. Spoon about 1 cup (240 ml) of bruschetta topping evenly over the chicken breasts.
  6. Layer slices or torn pieces of fresh mozzarella evenly over the bruschetta topping.
  7. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil over the entire dish.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  9. Remove from oven and sprinkle torn fresh basil leaves over the top.
  10. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

If cheese browns too quickly but chicken isn’t done, tent loosely with foil and continue baking. Pat chicken dry to ensure browning. Drain excess liquid from homemade bruschetta to avoid sogginess. Fresh basil added after baking keeps flavor bright. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese or omit mozzarella and add extra bruschetta.

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