Bruschetta Chicken Casserole
Bruschetta Chicken Casserole layers tender, herb-seasoned chicken over buttery orzo with garlicky tomatoes, then finishes with a melt of mozzarella. Fresh basil pesto and a drizzle of balsamic glaze add bright, sweet-tangy depth for a lively contrast to the rich, savory base. It’s a comforting bake ideal for a weeknight dinner that still feels special enough for guests.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook1 hr 5 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bruschetta Chicken Casserole, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 47 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 7 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 47 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 12
- Heart Health
- 26
- Metabolic
- 31
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 31
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- 2
Spread the orzo evenly in the prepared baking dish. Add the broth, 2 tablespoons melted butter, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper; stir to mix. Distribute the tomatoes evenly over the top.
- 3
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and trim any visible fat. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoon melted butter over the chicken, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and red pepper flakes. Set the chicken over the tomatoes and cover the baking dish with foil.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 5
Remove the foil and sprinkle the chicken with mozzarella cheese. Bake 5 to 7 minutes longer, until the cheese is melted.
- 6
Drizzle pesto and balsamic glaze over each serving and garnish with basil.
- Calories 1123.69 kcal High 56%
- Protein 50.82 g Good Source 102%
- Carbohydrate 60.11 g 22%
- Total Fat 74.79 g High 96%
- Saturated Fat 24.16 g High 121%
- Trans Fat 0.05 g High --
- Cholesterol 165.05 mg High 55%
- Sodium 876.84 mg High 38%
- Dietary Fiber 3.98 g Moderate 14%
- Total Sugars 13.31 g --
- Added Sugars 5.94 g Moderate 12%
- Calcium 464.05 mg Good Source 36%
- Iron 3.98 mg Good Source 22%
- Potassium 159.84 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 334.02 mcg Good Source 37%
- Vitamin C 6.48 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Bruschetta Chicken Casserole is made with 15 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Glaze, Basil Pesto, Black Pepper, and Butter. Each serving provides about 1123.69 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bruschetta Chicken Casserole made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Glaze, Basil Pesto, Black Pepper, Butter, Cherry Tomato. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bruschetta Chicken Casserole?
- About 1 hr 25 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 1 hr 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1123.69 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bruschetta Chicken Casserole easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 15 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Bruschetta Chicken Casserole healthy?
- Bruschetta Chicken Casserole has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 1123.69 calories and 50.82 g of protein, or 102% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium, iron and vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 876.84 mg (38% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 24.16 g (121% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 5.94 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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