Description
Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is a vibrant and satisfying dish that beautifully marries the flavors of fresh bruschetta with tender chicken and hearty pasta. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, delivering an explosion of taste with every bite. Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic basil, and savory chicken, this delightful meal comes together in just 30 minutes, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying a delicious meal with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Let it rest before slicing.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and salt.
- Toss cooked pasta in the skillet with any remaining chicken drippings. Slice the rested chicken and place it on top of the pasta. Add the bruschetta topping.
- Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and extra basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables or switching up the pasta type. Make the bruschetta topping ahead of time for convenience.