Bruschetta Chicken Casserole
Bruschetta Chicken Casserole is a delectable dish that combines juicy chicken breasts, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all enveloped in melted mozzarella cheese. This comforting casserole offers a taste of Italy with every bite and is perfect for cozy gatherings or weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will leave your family asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, thyme, rosemary)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried herbs; place them in the baking dish.
- Scatter chopped cherry tomatoes and basil over the chicken.
- Drizzle with olive oil to enhance flavors.
- Top generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 80mg