Skillet Bruschetta Chicken

Nutrition Notes

Are Chicken Cutlets Healthy?

Since chicken cutlets are just chicken breast that’s been cut lengthwise (and possibly pounded to make it thinner), yes, chicken cutlets are healthy. Chicken breast is a lean protein that is often found in healthy diets, including the Mediterranean diet. Besides protein, chicken breast also provides several micronutrients, including choline, vitamin B12, thiamin, vitamin B6, zinc and pantothenic acid (vitamin B5).

Are Cherry Tomatoes Good for You?

Despite some people avoiding tomatoes due to their lectin content, tomatoes are full of healthy nutrients, including vitamins C and K, and the antioxidants lycopene, beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin. Altogether, tomatoes make for a healthy package that supports skin, eyes and heart health.

Is This Dish Gluten-Free?

Yes, this dish does not contain any ingredients that have gluten. With that said, always check the label and ingredients on premade sauces, including balsamic glaze, to be sure.

Tips from the Test Kitchen

What Are Chicken Cutlets?

They’re basically a cut of meat from a boneless, skinless chicken breast. You can find them in your grocery store’s meat department or make your own by carefully slicing a boneless chicken breast in half horizontally into two even pieces. Cover the chicken in plastic wrap and then pound it into ¼-inch-thick cutlets using a meat mallet or the bottom of a heavy skillet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the Difference Between Balsamic Vinegar and Balsamic Glaze?

When a recipe calls for balsamic vinegar, it’s usually referring to the everyday variety found in your local grocery store, which starts at about $4 a bottle. It’s a sweet and tangy concoction made with wine vinegar and grape must, with or without caramel coloring. Then there is the authentic balsamic vinegar from Modena, Italy, which is made with just grape must, and takes 12 to 25 years to produce. It’s sold in high-end specialty stores or online, and it can cost hundreds of dollars for a bottle. Because authentic balsamic vinegar is so special, it’s typically used as a finishing vinegar for drizzling over meats and vegetables. A balsamic glaze, on the other hand, is made by simmering balsamic vinegar until it’s reduced to a thick, syrupy consistency. Like authentic balsamic vinegar, it’s used at the end of cooking for drizzling on meat and vegetables. It’s also a perfect accompaniment for strawberries and vanilla ice cream.

What Can I Serve with Chicken Bruschetta?

We would suggest a simple salad that can be prepared in advance, or a steamed green vegetable. And for a starch, couscous is always a favorite, or you could opt for a healthy whole grain of your choice.

Additional reporting by Carrie Myers, M.S. and Linda Frahm