Grilled Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad

Grilled Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad

A pasta salad with grilled chicken, summer ripened tomatoes, onions and fresh basil, tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette!

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ingredients

• 1 pound pasta (gluten-free for gluten-free)
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), pounded thin
• salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 1/3 cup red onion, diced
• 1/3 basil, thinly sliced
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, diced (optional)
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette

directions

1. Cook the pasta as directed on the package, drain, mix with olive oil and let cool, mixing every 5 minutes. (The oil and mixing helps prevent it from sticking together while it cools.)
2. Meanwhile, season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste, and grill (or pan fry), over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 3-5 minutes per side, before setting aside to cool, and slicing into bite sized pieces.
3. Mix the pasta, chicken, tomatoes, red onion, basil, and mozzarella.
4. Toss the salad and the dressing and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts: Calories 263, Fat 6g (Saturated 2g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 42mg, Sodium 262mg, Carbs 32g (Fiber 1g, Sugars 3g), Protein 18g

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