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Chicken Caprese Pasta
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Chicken Caprese Pasta

Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 /12 lbs boneless chicken breast
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 3/4 tsp salt divided
  • 24 oz cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tsp + 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme
  • 8 oz chickpea or lentil-based penne, rotini, or fusilli
  • 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 7.05 oz bocconcini
  • 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata olives optional
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil to garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat. Place chicken breast on sheet and season with Italian seasoning and 1/4 tsp salt. Bake for 25 minutes, or until meat is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165 F. When cool enough to handle, slice chicken into 1 inch pieces.
  • While chicken is cooking, toss tomatoes with 2 tsp oil, thyme, and 1/4 tsp salt. Spread onto rimmed baking sheet. Bake until softened and beginning to shrivel, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, then drain and rinse.
  • For dressing, in small bowl, whisk together remaining 2 Tbsp oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, chili flakes, pepper, and remaining 1/4 tsp salt.
  • Divide pasta among serving bowls and drizzle dressing over top. Add roasted chicken, tomatoes, bocconcini, and olives, if using. Sprinkle with basil to garnish.