You know those nights when you want dinner to feel a little bit special, but you’re short on time (and dishes)?
That’s when I turn to this One-Pan Bruschetta Chicken. It’s fresh, flavorful, and tastes like something you’d order at a restaurant — but it’s made with real ingredients and comes together in just one pan.

The chicken is juicy and seared to perfection, then topped with a simple tomato-basil bruschetta and a light drizzle of balsamic. I love serving it with a side salad or roasted veggies when I want something low-carb but still satisfying. Bonus: it’s naturally gluten-free and totally meal prep friendly.

Ingredients:

For the chicken:

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the bruschetta topping:

• 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, diced

• 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

• 1 tsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional: a sprinkle of mozzarella or shaved Parmesan

Instructions:

1. Prep the bruschetta
   In a small bowl, mix together cherry tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil, balsamic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside to let the flavors blend.

2. Cook the chicken
   Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side or until golden brown and fully cooked through.

3. Top and finish
   Spoon the bruschetta mixture over the cooked chicken. Let it warm slightly in the pan, about 1–2 minutes. If using cheese, sprinkle it on now and let it melt slightly.

4. Serve
   Plate the chicken with any extra tomato topping and a drizzle of balsamic glaze or reduction if desired.

Sarah’s Tips:

• Make it cheesy: Mozzarella or shaved Parmesan takes this to the next level.

• Meal prep it: Store chicken and topping separately, then reheat and combine.

• Add a side: I love this with zucchini noodles, a balsamic side salad, or roasted asparagus.

• Quick fix: Use store-bought bruschetta topping in a pinch — just check the label for clean ingredients.

Flavorful Conclusion:

This One-Pan Bruschetta Chicken Recipe is proof that simple ingredients can create big flavor — no need for a complicated marinade or extra dishes. It’s bright, juicy, and fresh — the kind of weeknight dinner that leaves you feeling full, not weighed down. A total win in my kitchen.

Nutrition (per serving, serves 4):

• Calories: 310

• Protein: 34g

• Carbs: 7g

• Fat: 15g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 4g