Quick Skillet Chicken Bruschetta Recipe

Name: Quick Skillet Chicken Bruschetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon basil leaves, dried; ¼ teaspoon oregano leaves, dried; ⅛ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ½ cup onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons Spanish olives, chopped; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained (not completely, reserving at least 2 tbs. juice); 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon basil leaves, dried
¼ teaspoon oregano leaves, dried
⅛ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons Spanish olives, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained (not completely, reserving at least 2 tbs. juice)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

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Heat 1 tbs.
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olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/2-inch thickness.
4
Season both sides with garlic powder, basil, oregano, salt and pepper.
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Saute chicken breasts in hot, oil-coated skillet; brown both sides evenly and cover until cooked through.
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Remove from skillet to a plate, set aside and cover.
7
Reduce heat to medium.
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Add remaining 1 tbs.
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olive oil to skillet and saute onion and garlic until tender.
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Add olives and tomatoes to skillet, tossing to combine all ingredients.
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Cover and simmer until tomatoes are heated through.
12
Return chicken breasts to skillet, spooning tomato mixture atop breasts.
13
Sprinkle parmesan over all and lightly stir into tomato mixture.
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(Note: If tomato mixture is a little runny, add more parmesan per your preference.
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16
Sprinkle mozzarella over chicken breasts only and cover pan.
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Once mozzarella is melted, serve immediately over rice or pasta.

276

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon basil leaves, dried, ¼ teaspoon oregano leaves, dried, and more.

Yes, Quick Skillet Chicken Bruschetta falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quick Skillet Chicken Bruschetta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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