Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breast, boneless skinless
12 oz fusilli pasta (about 340g)
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh basil leaves
8 oz fresh mozzarella, cubed
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Gluten-free pasta for dietary needs
Instructions
Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat
Season chicken breast with salt and pepper
Grill chicken (10 minutes per side) until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then rest 5 minutes and dice
Cook fusilli pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes), drain, and set aside
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cubed mozzarella, and chopped basil
In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until emulsified
Add dressing to the pasta mixture, then fold in grilled chicken
Chill 15-30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld
Notes
Cherry tomatoes can be substituted with sliced grape tomatoes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days
For a tangy twist, add sliced Italian radishes
Tomato herbs like oregano can replace basil for a different flavor profile
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Quick Chicken
- Method: Grilling and Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free (with substituted pasta)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1 lb total weight)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 90mg