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Bruschetta Grilled Chicken Tenders with Mozzarella

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lbs. chicken tenders
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp. paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella sliced or torn

For the bruschetta topping:

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Prep the chicken: Toss chicken tenders with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 15–20 minutes.
  • Make the bruschetta: In a bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Grill the chicken: Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high. Grill tenders for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. In the last minute of cooking, top each tender with a piece of fresh mozzarella. Cover briefly to help it melt.
  • Finish and serve: Arrange the tenders on a serving platter, spoon the fresh bruschetta mixture over the top, and drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired. Garnish with extra basil.