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BRUSCHETTA CHICKEN PASTA

Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the classic flavors of bruschetta (toasted bread with tomatoes, basil, and garlic) with tender chicken and your favorite pasta.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 500 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American Fussion

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pasta spaghetti, linguine, penne, or your favorite
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • ¼ cup chicken broth or white wine
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Cook pasta: Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. Cook chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté onion and garlic: Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  4. Add tomatoes and broth: Stir in the diced tomatoes (undrained) and chicken broth (or white wine). Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  5. Add basil and balsamic glaze: Stir in the chopped basil and balsamic glaze (or balsamic vinegar). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. Add a little of the reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  7. Add chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.
  8. Serve: Serve the Bruschetta Chicken Pasta hot, topped with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Chicken: You can also use cooked rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken in this recipe. Just add it to the sauce in the last few minutes of cooking.
  • Tomatoes: Use good quality diced tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • Basil: Fresh basil is essential for the flavor of this dish.
  • Balsamic Glaze: Balsamic glaze is a thicker and sweeter version of balsamic vinegar. If you don't have balsamic glaze, you can use balsamic vinegar.
  • Pasta Water: The reserved pasta water helps to create a creamy sauce.

Nutrition Information

Calories 500kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 20g (31%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 500

% Daily Value*

Calories 500kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 20g 31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.