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Pesto Chicken Bruschetta is your next delicious appetizer!

Pesto Chicken Bruschetta is a delicious appetizer featuring shredded chicken, basil pesto, and melted mozzarella on toasted baguette slices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup basil pesto
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 French baguette sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  3. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Lightly brush each slice with olive oil.
  4. Spoon the chicken and pesto mixture generously onto each baguette slice.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bruschettaCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the chicken mixture.
  • You can substitute the chicken with cooked shrimp or roasted vegetables for a different flavor profile.

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