Ingredients
Pasta and Bruschetta Mixture
- 1 pound angel hair pasta
- 1 pound roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 small shallot, minced (or ¼ red onion)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons chopped basil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Chicken
- 1½ pounds chicken breasts
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
To Serve
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil Pasta: Cook the angel hair pasta to al dente according to package instructions. Drain well and return to the pot, then toss with a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Bruschetta Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine diced roma tomatoes, minced shallot, minced garlic, chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Stir gently and set aside to marinate.
- Season Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season evenly with salt, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Cook Chicken: Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sauté for several minutes on each side until well browned on the edges and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Remove from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
- Heat Bruschetta Mixture: Pour the prepared bruschetta mixture into the same skillet and warm it over medium heat for a minute or two until heated through.
- Toss Pasta: Add the cooked angel hair pasta to the skillet with the bruschetta mixture, tossing well to combine everything evenly.
- Serve: Plate the bruschetta pasta and top with sliced chicken breasts. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute roma tomatoes with cherry tomatoes for a slightly sweeter flavor.
- For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes to the bruschetta mixture.
- Use fresh Parmesan for the best taste and texture.
- Make sure not to overcook the angel hair pasta; it cooks quickly.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
