Description
The Easy Bruschetta Chicken Pasta Recipe is a quick and delightful meal featuring tender chicken and al dente pasta topped with a vibrant bruschetta mixture of fresh tomatoes and basil, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the bruschetta topping by combining diced cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain while reserving a small cup of pasta water.
- Combine cooked pasta, chicken, and bruschetta mixture in the skillet. Toss together over low heat, adding reserved pasta water as needed until combined and heated through.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm in a skillet over low heat with a little olive oil or chicken broth if the pasta seems dry.
- Add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrients, or substitute with your favorite pasta shape.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg