Tomato-Basil Bruschetta Chicken from the Grill
Grilled boneless chicken breasts are topped with a fresh bruschetta mixture of tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, salt, and black pepper, then finished with crisp croutons. Sweet paprika and garlic powder season the chicken, creating a bright, garlicky main dish suited to an easy weeknight dinner or casual warm-weather meal.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tomato-Basil Bruschetta Chicken from the Grill, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 13 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 43
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 18
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 56
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather the ingredients. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.
- 2
Meanwhile, make the bruschetta. Chop the tomatoes over a bowl to capture all the juice. Add olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir in torn basil leaves; season with additional salt and pepper to taste, if needed. Set the bruschetta aside.
- 3
Place the croutons in a resealable plastic bag and seal the bag. Tap each crouton with a heavy spoon to break it into smaller pieces without crushing it; set aside.
- 4
Place the chicken breasts on a plate and pat dry with paper towels. Sprinkle the remaining salt and pepper, garlic powder, and sweet paprika on both sides of the chicken. If the pieces are very thick, pound them to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- 5
When the grill is preheated, clean the grates. Using tongs, carefully oil the grates with a paper towel saturated with olive oil.
- 6
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the oiled grates and grill until the juices run clear and the chicken is no longer pink at the center, 4 to 5 minutes per side, depending on thickness. A meat thermometer should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.
- 7
Top each grilled chicken breast with bruschetta and sprinkle with crumbled croutons. Garnish with additional fresh basil.
- Calories 450.75 kcal High 23%
- Protein 56.71 g Good Source 113%
- Carbohydrate 17.4 g 6%
- Total Fat 18.51 g High 24%
- Saturated Fat 1.85 g Moderate 9%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 140.76 mg High 47%
- Sodium 351.21 mg Moderate 15%
- Dietary Fiber 1.19 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 0.04 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 20.14 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 2.97 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 326.47 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 5.3 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 10.05 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Tomato Basil Bruschetta Chicken from the Grill is made with 13 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Croutons, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 450.75 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tomato-Basil Bruschetta Chicken from the Grill made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Croutons, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Basil. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Tomato-Basil Bruschetta Chicken from the Grill?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 450.75 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tomato-Basil Bruschetta Chicken from the Grill easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Tomato-Basil Bruschetta Chicken from the Grill healthy?
- Tomato-Basil Bruschetta Chicken from the Grill has an easyChef Pro health score of 54/100. Per serving, it provides 450.75 calories and 56.71 g of protein, or 113% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 351.21 mg (15% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.85 g (9% of the Daily Value). It contains 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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