As an Italian-American, I love garlic, tomatoes and basil, all of which are musts for good bruschetta. This recipe was created in celebration of the first tomatoes from our home garden.
—GINA RINE CANFIELD, OH
START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. • MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
2 plum tomatoes, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1 cup fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan or Romano cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
Dash garlic powder
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 4 slices
4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)
1. In a small bowl, mix the tomatoes, spinach, onion, Parmesan cheese, basil, oil, vinegar, 1/8 teaspoon pepper and garlic powder.
2. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and the remaining pepper; place on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°.
3. Top each chicken breast with one cheese slice; cover and grill 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Grill the tortillas over medium heat for 20-30 seconds or until heated through.
4. Place chicken on center of each tortilla; top with about 1/4 cup tomato mixture. Fold bottom of tortilla over filling; fold both sides to close.