Bruschetta Chicken Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 470g diced Roma tomatoes
02 - 3 cloves minced fresh garlic
03 - 120ml torn fresh basil leaves
04 - 30ml balsamic vinegar
05 - 225g angel hair pasta
06 - 680g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
07 - 45ml olive oil, divided
08 - 30ml balsamic glaze (optional)
09 - salt
10 - freshly ground black pepper
11 - grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
12 - grated mozzarella cheese (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine the diced Roma tomatoes, minced fresh garlic, torn fresh basil, and balsamic vinegar. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Allow the mixture to rest at room temperature to enhance the flavors.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, typically about 4 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving a small amount of pasta water if desired, but do not rinse. Toss the cooked pasta with 15ml of olive oil to prevent sticking.
03 - Heat the remaining 30ml of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for approximately 4-5 minutes per side, or until an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) is reached. Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
04 - Add the prepared bruschetta mixture to the same skillet (where chicken was cooked) and gently heat, stirring for 1-2 minutes. Incorporate the cooked angel hair pasta into the skillet, tossing thoroughly to coat it evenly with the bruschetta.
05 - Portion the pasta into serving bowls. Top each serving with the sliced chicken, a sprinkle of fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze if using. Garnish with grated Parmesan or mozzarella cheese as desired.

# Notes:

01 - Angel hair pasta cooks quickly; monitor carefully to prevent overcooking.
02 - Allowing the bruschetta mixture to rest enhances flavor development.
03 - Slice chicken against the grain for optimal tenderness.
04 - Substitute Roma tomatoes with any firm tomato variety or halved cherry tomatoes if unavailable.
05 - Shrimp can be used as an alternative protein, offering a faster cooking time.
06 - The bruschetta topping can be prepared up to 8 hours in advance and refrigerated.
07 - For a gentle heat, incorporate a pinch of red pepper flakes into the bruschetta mixture.

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