Grilled Bruschetta Chicken

Recipe View Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Make the Bruschetta: In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir in the torn basil leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Prepare the Croutons: Place the croutons in a resealable plastic bag. Seal the bag and gently crush the croutons with a heavy spoon or rolling pin until they are broken into smaller, irregular pieces. Avoid crushing them into crumbs. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Season the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on a plate and pat dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, garlic powder, and sweet paprika. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts. If the chicken breasts are thick, pound them gently to an even 1/2-inch thickness for even cooking. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Prepare the Grill: Once the grill is preheated, clean the grates thoroughly. Using tongs, carefully oil the grates with a paper towel soaked in olive oil to prevent sticking. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Grill the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the oiled grill grates. Grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer. (8-10 minutes)

Recipe View Assemble and Serve: Remove the grilled chicken breasts from the grill and place them on a serving platter. Top each chicken breast generously with the prepared bruschetta. Sprinkle the crumbled croutons over the bruschetta. Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy! (2 minutes)