Description
A delightful recipe for Tomato Basil Pasta topped with Balsamic Grilled Chicken, perfect for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to soften.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and fresh basil, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- For the chicken, marinate in balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken on medium heat until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Slice the grilled chicken and serve it over the pasta.
Notes
- Feel free to add grated Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add more vegetables.
- This dish can be served warm or cold as a pasta salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Tomato Basil Pasta, Balsamic Grilled Chicken, Italian Recipe