Bruschetta Chicken with a Crispy Mozzarella Crust

Ingredient List

Ingredient Quantity Units
Chicken Breast 12 Ounce
Panko Breadcrumbs 1/4 Cup
Mozzarella Cheese 1/2 Cup
Italian Seasoning 1 Teaspoon
Lemon 1 Each
Roma Tomato 1 Each
Basil 1/2 Ounce
Salt
Black Pepper

Cooking Time:
  Total Time: 40 Minutes
  Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  Cook time: 30 Minutes

Instructions

Step 1: Prep
  Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  Wash and dry all produce.
  Place 1 TBSP butter in a medium microwave-safe bowl; microwave until melted, about 1 minute.
  Stir in mozzarella, panko, Italian Seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 2: Roast Chicken
  Lightly oil a baking sheet (or spray with nonstick cooking spray).
  Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
  Season with salt and pepper; place on one side of prepared sheet.
  Mound mozzarella crust onto tops of chicken, pressing firmly to adhere.
  Roast until crust is lightly browned, 20-25 minutes.
  TIP: For a deeply golden crust, broil chicken for the last 2-3 minutes.

Step 3: Make Bruschetta
  Meanwhile, zest and quarter lemon.
  Finely dice tomato.
  Pick basil leaves from stems; discard stems and thinly slice leaves.
  In a small bowl, combine:
    - Tomato
    - Basil
    - Juice from 2 lemon wedges
    - Drizzle of olive oil
  Taste and season with salt and pepper.

Step 4: Finish and Serve
  Divide chicken between plates.
  Top chicken with bruschetta.

Recommended Pairings:
  Bacon Mashed Potatoes
  Asparagus

Categories: Chicken

Recipe inspired by:
  Hello Fresh
  https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/bruschetta-chicken-5d3ef342d6292e001314bfc4