Instant Pot Bruschetta Chicken Pasta
Instant Pot Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is a delightful one-pot dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine with its vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients. Featuring tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic basil, this recipe is not only quick to prepare in under 30 minutes but also perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting family meal. With its colorful presentation and rich taste, this pasta dish transforms any ordinary dinner into a special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups ripe cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by chopping tomatoes and basil, and mincing the garlic.
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil and heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and halved tomatoes to the pot; stir to combine.
- Pour in balsamic vinegar over the mixture. Secure the Instant Pot lid.
- Pressure cook on high for 8 minutes. While cooking, boil water for pasta according to package instructions.
- After cooking time is complete, shred chicken using two forks in the pot.
- Stir in cooked pasta along with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese until combined. Serve warm with an extra drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 69g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Feel free to add seasonal vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition. - Substitute whole grain pasta for a healthier option. - For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with chickpeas or mushrooms.