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How to Make Bruschetta Chicken Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bruschetta chicken casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of juicy chicken, tangy tomatoes, and savory cheese. This hearty casserole is the perfect way to satisfy your craving for Italian-inspired flavors while providing a comforting and filling meal for your family or guests.

Bruschetta chicken casserole is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course for dinner, or as a side dish for a larger Italian feast. The classic ingredients of brusch...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¾ teaspoon salt, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh basil pesto
  • ¼ cup balsamic glaze
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil or basil chiffonade

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread orzo evenly in the prepared baking dish. Add broth, 2 tablespoons melted butter, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Spread tomatoes evenly over top.
  • Place chicken breasts on a cutting board and trim any visible fat. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoon melted butter over chicken, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and red pepper flakes. Place chicken over the tomatoes and cover the baking dish with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove foil and sprinkle chicken with mozzarella cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 5 to 7 minutes longer.
  • Drizzle pesto and balsamic glaze over each serving and garnish with basil.

    • Nutrition

    606 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 120mg
    • Sodium: 1167mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 42g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 379mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 580mg

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    Italian recipes
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