Description
Elevate dinner with this bruschetta chicken pasta, where Italian flavors dance on your plate. Juicy grilled chicken and ripe tomatoes mingle with fresh basil, creating a light yet satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Pasta and Vegetables:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
Seasonings and Cheese:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare pasta al dente following package guidelines, then drain and reserve.
- Generously season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in hot olive oil until golden and thoroughly cooked through at 165°F. Transfer chicken to cutting board and slice into thin strips.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes become slightly blistered and fragrant.
- Deglaze pan with balsamic vinegar, creating a rich caramelized sauce that coats the ingredients.
- Combine sliced chicken, cooked pasta, and sautéed tomato mixture, gently tossing to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Finish the dish by sprinkling freshly chopped basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese over the top for a vibrant, aromatic presentation.
Notes
- Choose high-quality, ripe cherry tomatoes for maximum flavor burst and sweetness in the dish.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure perfect golden-brown exterior and crispy texture.
- Use fresh basil leaves instead of dried for a more vibrant, aromatic finish that elevates the entire recipe.
- Toast Parmesan cheese briefly in a dry pan to intensify its nutty, rich taste and add delightful depth to the pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 660 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg