Description
A delightful dish that combines the classic essence of bruschetta with comforting pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 8 oz. pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Sear in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the bruschetta topping: Combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine it all: Toss the drained pasta with sliced chicken and bruschetta mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Plate it up: Serve garnished with extra basil and Parmesan, drizzled with olive oil.
Notes
For a creamier version, add a splash of heavy cream. Adjust spices and add veggies for a personal touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pasta, bruschetta, chicken, Italian, quick dinner, summer dish