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Nut Free
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Sugar Free
Easy Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Bake with Tomatoes
This bruschetta chicken recipe is the only bruschetta recipe you need. It features a crispy baguette, moist chicken, juicy red tomatoes, and shredded cheese that pulls everything together. It is delicious.
Cheesy bruschetta bake appetizers are perfectly toasty, topped with melted cheese, and even fill you up with protein. I can’t help but make them year-round, especially during the holiday rush.
Sheet pan recipes are great, whether it’s a side dish or an easy appetizer like this cheesy bruschetta recipe.
Table of Contents
Key Ingredients
Base: Baguette (french or Italian)
Meat: Chicken thighs! The best option for this recipe is dark meat, but you can also use chicken breast. On a time crunch? No problem: shredded canned chicken is a great alternative.
Veggies: Large juicy tomatoes and savory garlic.
Herbs: Fresh parsley.
Cheese: Shredded mozzarella cheese to make it all melty and cheesy!
Finally, salt to taste!
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
How to Make an Easy Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Bake with Tomatoes
Step 1: Prepare the chicken
Boil the chicken with a pinch of salt for 20 minutes.
Step 2: Chop tomatoes and herbs
Chop tomatoes and a handful of fresh parsley.
Steps 3 & 4: Shred cheese and chicken
Shred mozzarella cheese, if you haven’t yet.
Chop the boiled chicken into small pieces, or put through a food processor. Don’t overdo it, we just need shredded chicken rather than ground.
Step 5: Slice the baguette
Slice the baguette into thin slices, then mince the garlic cloves.
Step 6: Combine topping
In a medium-sized bowl, add the tomatoes, cheese, mayonnaise, garlic, salt, chicken pieces, and parsley.
Step 7: Preheat oven
Turn the oven on to medium broil.
Steps 8 & 9: Prepare to bake
Spread out the baguette slices onto an oven sheet.
Put the chicken-cheese mixture on each slice, about 1½ Tbsp.
Step 10: Broil
Transfer to the oven to broil for 5 mins.
Step 11: Enjoy
Enjoy this warm appetizer!
Expert Tips:
- Customize the seasoning on the bruschetta topping with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, or oregano.
- Add a drizzle of olive oil or balsamic vinegar after baking for an extra burst of flavor.
- Serve immediately: The bruschetta chicken bake is best served warm right out of the oven.
Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! Rotisserie chicken will work perfectly and save you time in the preparation.
You can prepare the chicken mixture in advance and refrigerate it. Add atop the baguette slices just before broiling!
Looking for more bite-sized appetizers? Here are some favorites:
- These tasty Crispy Chicken Wraps with Cheese are loaded with delicious fillings!
- I love making this Baked Carrot and Cheese Crostini Appetizer Melt for a fancy meal. It’s super easy to put together!
More Recipes That Feature Chicken:
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Easy Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Bake with Tomatoes
Equipment
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Bread knife
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bowl
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Pot
Ingredients
- 1 French or Italian baguette, thinly sliced
- 3-4 medium tomatoes, or a few small ones, chopped
- 1 handful parsley, chopped
- 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 pinches salt
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless & skinless, cooked & shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
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Boil the chicken with a pinch of salt for 20 minutes.1 lb chicken thighs,, 2 pinches salt
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Chop tomatoes and a handful of fresh parsley.3-4 medium tomatoes,, 1 handful parsley,
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Shred mozzarella cheese, if you haven’t yet.1 cup mozzarella cheese,
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Chop the boiled chicken into small pieces, or put through a food processor. Don't overdo it, we just need shredded chicken rather than ground.
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Slice the baguette into thin slices, then mince the garlic cloves.1 French or Italian baguette,, 2 cloves garlic,
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In a medium sized bowl, add in the tomatoes, cheese, mayonnaise, garlic, salt, chicken pieces, and parsley.3-4 medium tomatoes,, 1 Tbsp mayonnaise, 1 cup mozzarella cheese,, 2 pinches salt, 1 lb chicken thighs,, 2 cloves garlic,, 1 handful parsley,
- Turn oven on to medium broil.
- Spread out the baguette slices onto an oven sheet.
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Put the chicken and cheese mixture on each slice, about 1½ Tbsp.
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Transfer to the oven to broil for 5 mins.
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Enjoy this warm chicken appetizer!
