Bruschetta Chicken Pasta: Easy, Fresh, and Delicious Weeknight Meal
An easy and fresh recipe for Bruschetta Chicken Pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook until golden and cooked through.
- Add garlic and tomatoes to the skillet, cooking until tomatoes soften.
- Stir in cooked pasta, basil, and balsamic vinegar, mixing well.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and cover until melted.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in balsamic vinegar for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Swap mozzarella with feta for a different taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Bruschetta, Chicken, Pasta, Easy Recipe