Description
Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is a vibrant, Italian-inspired dish that combines tender chicken, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil for a delightful dining experience. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with family and friends. With its fresh ingredients and enticing flavors, each forkful is bound to create delicious memories that linger long after the meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 12 oz penne pasta (or pasta of choice)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for approximately 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and slice.
- In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a bowl, mix diced cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the bruschetta topping.
- Combine sliced chicken with the cooked pasta and bruschetta mixture. If needed, add reserved pasta water to achieve desired creaminess.
- Serve warm with optional garnishes like extra basil or grated Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg