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Bruschetta Chicken Pasta

Bruschetta Chicken Pasta
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Whip up flavorful Bruschetta Chicken Pasta quickly with this easy recipe perfect for a fast, delicious weeknight dinner everyone will love! Juicy, tender chicken combines with vibrant cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and garlic over perfectly cooked pasta for a fresh Italian-inspired meal in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or grapes or Roma tomatoes)
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

Pantry Staples

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 8 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, or favorite shape)
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken about 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet, let rest, then slice into bite-sized strips.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water, and set pasta aside.
  3. Make the Bruschetta Topping: In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and juicy. Stir in chopped basil and balsamic vinegar, mixing well.
  4. Combine Pasta and Chicken: Return sliced chicken and cooked pasta to the skillet with the tomato mixture. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Plate the Bruschetta Chicken Pasta. Sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with extra fresh basil leaves. Optionally drizzle with extra virgin olive oil for added richness.

Notes

  • Use ripe tomatoes and fresh basil to maximize flavor and color.
  • Do not overcook chicken to keep it juicy.
  • Reserve some pasta water; starch helps create a sauce that clings to pasta.
  • Customize texture by adding toasted pine nuts or sliced olives.
  • Use high-quality olive oil for best taste.

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