This Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is a fresh and flavorful dish that combines juicy grilled chicken, garlicky pasta, and a vibrant tomato bruschetta topping. It’s light yet satisfying, making it perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal!
🛒 Ingredients:
(Serves 4)
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (butterflied or pounded thin)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Bruschetta Topping:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup reserved pasta water (for creamier pasta)
- Fresh basil and extra Parmesan for garnish
🔥 Instructions:
1. Make the Bruschetta Topping
- In a bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Let it sit while you prepare the rest of the dish to enhance the flavors.
2. Cook the Chicken
- Season chicken with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from heat, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
3. Cook the Pasta
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
4. Prepare the Garlic Oil
- In the same pan used for the chicken, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the cooked pasta, stirring to coat. Add a little reserved pasta water if needed.
5. Assemble the Dish
- Place pasta on a plate, top with sliced chicken and bruschetta mixture.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil.
💡 Tips & Variations:
✅ Want it extra creamy? Stir in 2 tbsp butter or a splash of heavy cream.
✅ No fresh basil? Substitute with a pinch of dried basil in the tomato mix.
✅ Make it low-carb: Swap pasta for zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash.
This Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is fresh, easy, and packed with flavor—perfect for a light yet satisfying meal! Try it tonight! 🍽️
