Bruschetta Chicken Pasta
A flavorful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of bruschetta with hearty pasta, featuring juicy chicken, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- Pasta of your choice (penne or fusilli recommended)
- Chicken breast
- Fresh tomatoes (heirloom or vine-ripened)
- Basil
- Olive oil (extra virgin)
- Garlic (fresh minced)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Save some pasta water for the sauce.
- Prep the chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper, heat olive oil in a skillet, and cook chicken (6-7 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes). Slice after resting.
- Make the bruschetta topping: In the same skillet, add more olive oil, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add chopped tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Combine everything: Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with tomato mixture. Add reserved pasta water if needed, then include sliced chicken and fresh basil.
- Plate and serve: Transfer to bowls or a platter and sprinkle with fresh Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with grilled zucchini. Add red pepper flakes for heat or cream cheese for a creamy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Bruschetta, Chicken, Pasta, Italian, Main Course, Comfort Food