How to Cook Perfect Bruschetta Chicken Pasta Recipe
Discover how to make the easiest and most flavorful bruschetta chicken pasta in just one pan! Packed with fresh tomatoes, basil, and juicy grilled chicken, this pasta dinner is a weeknight favorite blending authentic Italian flavors with tender pasta and a bright, aromatic bruschetta topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
Pasta
- 1 pound penne pasta
Bruschetta Topping
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Finishing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-9 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Prepare Bruschetta Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, and chopped fresh basil. Add balsamic vinegar and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Toss everything gently to combine and let it sit at room temperature to marinate while prepping other components.
- Combine Pasta and Bruschetta: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the bruschetta mixture, warming through gently while stirring to combine, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add Chicken: Add the grilled, sliced chicken to the skillet with the pasta and bruschetta mixture. Toss everything together carefully to ensure the flavors mingle evenly.
- Serve with Parmesan: Spoon the bruschetta chicken pasta into bowls and top each serving generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use Roma tomatoes for authentic bruschetta topping to avoid excess moisture; cherry tomatoes also work well.
- Dice tomatoes small and remove seeds to prevent watery topping.
- Tear basil leaves instead of cutting to maintain vibrant color and oils.
- Cook pasta al dente to maintain texture when combined.
- Rest grilled chicken before slicing to keep juices locked in.
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed.
- Bruschetta topping should marinate at least 15 minutes before combining.
- Store pasta, chicken, and bruschetta separately in airtight containers refrigerated up to 3 days for best freshness.
- Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze or extra Parmesan for garnish and flavor boost.
- This dish can be served warm or cold, ideal for picnics or next-day meals.
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