Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Tomato Basil Pasta with Balsamic Grilled Chicken, a delightful dish that brings together fresh ingredients and hearty protein for any occasion. Perfectly grilled chicken breasts marinated in balsamic vinegar and pesto sit atop a bed of al dente pasta tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant basil. This easy-to-make recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 15 minutes—but also offers a nutritious and satisfying meal suitable for family dinners or casual weeknight gatherings. Serve it with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and extra basil for an impressive presentation that will make your taste buds sing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces uncooked pasta (gluten-free if needed)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Mix balsamic vinegar, pesto, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Grill chicken: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare sauce: In the same pot used for pasta, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add cherry tomatoes and seasonings; cook until softened.
- Combine everything: Toss cooked pasta with tomato mixture and chopped basil before serving topped with sliced grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg