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Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad

Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad brings together juicy marinated grilled chicken, sweet burst cherry tomatoes, and tender fusilli in a fresh, garlicky basil dressing. Bright acidity from balsamic glaze and vinaigrette balances the richness of olive oil for a summery bowl that tastes garden-fresh and satisfying. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for picnics, potlucks, or an easy weeknight dinner.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves5
  • DifficultyEasy
Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad
  1. 1

    Set a chicken breast on a flat work surface. Slice horizontally through the center, taking care not to cut all the way through. Open the two sides like a book. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts. Place the chicken and vinaigrette in a resealable plastic bag; seal and refrigerate to marinate overnight.

  2. 2

    Preheat an outdoor grill to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  3. 3

    Discard the vinaigrette, then place the chicken on the grill. Grill for 4 to 5 minutes. Use tongs to flip the chicken breast. Continue cooking until the juices are no longer pink and an instant-read thermometer registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 4 to 5 minutes more.

  4. 4

    Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook fusilli in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, about 12 minutes. Drain the pasta and immediately plunge it into an ice water bath.

  5. 5

    Halve the tomatoes and place them in a bowl. Add oil, minced garlic, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. 6

    Drain the pasta again; add it to the tomato mixture. Gently toss to distribute the tomatoes and combine. Top with the grilled chicken breast and drizzle with balsamic glaze.

About This Recipe

Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad is an Italian dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 5, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Glaze, Cherry Tomato, Fresh Basil, and Fusilli Pasta. Each serving provides about 666.99 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad?
It is an Italian salad recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
What is Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad made of?
The main ingredients are Balsamic Glaze, Cherry Tomato, Fresh Basil, Fusilli Pasta, Italian Dressing. The full list of 9 is above.
What goes well with Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad?
Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad?
About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 666.99 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 6 steps.

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