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Bruschetta Chicken Pasta

This Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is a fresh and flavorful Italian-inspired dish made with juicy seasoned chicken, ripe tomatoes, garlic, basil, and pasta. It’s light, vibrant, and perfect for easy weeknight dinners or summer meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken
  • 2 chicken breasts diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Pasta
  • 12 oz pasta penne, spaghetti, or fusilli
  • Salt for boiling water
  • Bruschetta Topping
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes diced
  • 2 –3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh mozzarella cubes
  • Red pepper flakes

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan and cook chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until golden and fully cooked.
  3. In a bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to make bruschetta topping.
  4. Let mixture sit for 5–10 minutes to release juices.
  5. Add cooked pasta, chicken, and bruschetta mixture to a large bowl.
  6. Toss everything together gently. Add a splash of pasta water if needed.
  7. Top with Parmesan or mozzarella if desired.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor.
  • Fresh basil is key for authentic taste.
  • Do not overcook pasta for best texture.
  • Can be served cold as a pasta salad for summer pasta dishes.
  • Stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Great for quick pasta recipes and easy italian recipes.