Grilled Bruschetta Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

• Juice of 1 lemon, divided

• Kosher salt

• Freshly ground black pepper

• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning or dried oregano

• 4 boneless skinless antibiotic free chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness

• 3 slicing tomatoes, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp. freshly chopped basil

• 4 slices mozzarella

• Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving

Directions

• Step 1In a small bowl, combine oil, half the lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and Italian seasoning (or oregano) and whisk to combine. Transfer to a large resealable bag along with chicken; seal and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  1. Step 2Heat grill over medium-high then add chicken, discarding excess marinade. Grill until charred and cooked to an internal temperature of 155°-160°, about 5 to 7 minutes per side.

  2. Step 3Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, and remaining lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. While chicken is still on grill, top each breast with 1 slice mozzarella and cover until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Top chicken with tomato mixture. 

  3. Step 4 Garnish with Parmesan and serve.