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Mediterranean Bruschetta Chicken Pasta

This Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is a bright Mediterranean-style meal made with brown rice pasta tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, red onion, garlic, basil, and lean grilled chicken, all finished in a light olive oil and balsamic dressing with a sprinkle of Parmesan.

I made a few small changes to keep it healthy —

🍝 brown rice pasta for whole-grain fibre

🍗 lean grilled chicken

🫒 olive oil instead of butter or cream

🧀 light on the cheese

🍶 just a touch of balsamic for brightness without extra sugar.

Fresh, simple, satisfying, and full of Mediterranean flavour 💙🫒

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Ratings 5 from 1 votes
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Anti-Inflammatory, Dairy-Light, Fatty-Liver Friendly, Gluten-Free, Heart-Healthy, High-Fibre, Mediterranean Diet, No Added Sugar, No Cream / No Butter
Description

This is one of those meals that feels cozy without feeling heavy. I kept things simple and Mediterranean — brown rice pasta, grilled chicken, fresh tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and just a touch of balsamic — for a bright, liver-friendly dinner that’s easy enough for a weeknight and satisfying enough to share.

Ingredients
    Pasta & Chicken
  • 454 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 454 g penne pasta (whole-grain or gluten-free)
    • Tomato Basil Mix
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped or sliced thin)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
    • Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper (to taste)
    • Finish
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
    Pasta & Chicken
  1. 1

    Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, keeping ½ cup of liquid for the sauce. Set pasta aside

  2. 2

    Place the chicken strips in a bowl. Add the seasonings and coat.

     

  3. 3

    Cook chicken on grill, in oven or stove top. Cook until chicken is no longer pink and has an internal temperature of 165°F.

    4. Making the bruschetta mix
  4. 4
    In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, garlic, and basil.
  5. 5
    Whisk balsamic vinegar and olive oil together. Pour over tomato mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Toss gently.
  6. 6
    Add the pasta and a little of the pasta water. Mix well until combined.
  7. 7
    Add the chicken to the pasta.
  8. 8
    Top generously with parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 400kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g20%
Total Carbohydrate 44g15%
Dietary Fiber 7g29%
Protein 32g64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note
  • Pasta Swap: Brown rice, whole-grain, or chickpea pasta all work well in this recipe. Choose what fits your needs.
  • Make It Extra Veggie-Forward: Add a handful of baby spinach or arugula and let it wilt into the warm pasta before serving.
  • Cheese Tip: A little Parmesan goes a long way — start light and add more to taste.
  • Leftovers: Stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Enjoy warm or cold as a pasta salad.
  • Liver-Friendly Tip: Keeping sauces light and oil-based (instead of creamy) helps support liver and heart health.
  • Please note that the nutrition summary is only a estimate based on the ingredients that I used.
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