Description
A delightful and flavorful dish featuring tender balsamic grilled chicken served over a bed of tomato basil pasta, garnished with Parmesan and red pepper flakes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a summer gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
Balsamic Grilled Chicken:
- 1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped or torn)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill and cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until done. Let rest and slice.
- Combine: Toss hot pasta with tomatoes, basil, and olive oil. Add chicken and mix gently. Top with Parmesan and red pepper flakes.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- This dish can be served warm or chilled as a pasta salad.
- Enhance with fresh mozzarella or balsamic glaze for added richness.
- Consider using gluten-free pasta for dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
