Description
Tomato Basil Pasta with Balsamic Grilled Chicken is a vibrant and delicious dish that perfectly combines grilled chicken marinated in balsamic vinegar with a light and aromatic tomato basil pasta. This recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or special occasions. With its fresh ingredients like juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant basil, every bite offers a refreshing yet hearty experience that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare in under two hours, this meal is not only flavorful but also nutritious, making it a fantastic choice for anyone looking to enjoy a wholesome Italian-inspired dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon pesto
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
- 12 ounces uncooked pasta (gluten-free if needed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced or grated)
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
- Balsamic glaze and extra chopped basil for garnish (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with balsamic vinegar, pesto, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper for at least one hour.
- Preheat your grill to 400°F and grill the marinated chicken until cooked through (about 7-8 minutes per side).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil, add cherry tomatoes and seasonings, then stir in chopped basil.
- Combine drained pasta with the tomato mixture; add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve topped with sliced grilled chicken and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg