Bruschetta Chicken Pasta Recipe
This light and vibrant bruschetta chicken pasta is the ultimate weeknight meal. It combines juicy sautéed chicken breasts with a fresh, balsamic-marinated tomato and basil topping that perfectly coats tender angel hair pasta.
Servings: 6 bowls
Calories: 475kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound angel hair pasta *
For the Bruschetta:
- 1 pound roma tomatoes diced
- 1 small shallot or ¼ red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons chopped basil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pinch salt and pepper
For the Chicken:
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts thinly-sliced**
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
Optional Toppings:
- fresh basil leaves
- grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil the pasta to al dente according to package directions. Once cooked, drain and return to the pot. Toss with some olive oil to prevent sticking.1 pound angel hair pasta
- In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, shallot, garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside.1 pound roma tomatoes, 1 small shallot, 2 cloves garlic, 3 tablespoons chopped basil, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pinch salt and pepper
- Season the chicken with salt, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and pepper.1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once heated, add in the chicken and sauté for a few minutes on each side, until browned on the edges and cooked through. Set aside on a plate to rest for 5-10 minutes. Then, slice into strips.1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- Add the bruschetta mixture to the skillet and stir until heated through.
- Add in the pasta and toss with the tomatoes.
- Top with the chicken, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil leaves.fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese
Notes
*I like angel hair, but any pasta will work. Fettuccine, spaghetti, and penne would all work well. Just cook according to the package.
**If you can't find thin-sliced chicken breasts, you can slice regular chicken breasts in half to make thin cutlets.
Becky's Top Tips:
- Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining. If the pasta looks dry when you toss it with the bruschetta mixture, you can add some to improve the sauce consistency.
- Slice the chicken against the grain for the most tender bite.
- When you add the bruschetta mixture to the skillet, use a wooden spoon to scrape those bits off the bottom. They add tons of flavor!
- Only keep the bruschetta mixture in the skillet for 60-90 seconds. You want it just warm enough to take the raw edge off the garlic and shallots without losing the structure of the tomatoes.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving for a touch of sweet and tangy flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 475kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 289mg | Potassium: 799mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 720IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2mg