Description

This pasta salad is definitely a 5 star recipe and will be a hit in your household. It can be ready in less than 30 minutes and is great eaten immediately while hot or eaten cold later.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. thin spaghetti pasta or angel hair
• 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, from about 2 large breasts
• 1 t. dried basil
• 1 t. dried oregano
• 1/2 t. garlic powder
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 c. olive oil
• 2 T. minced garlic
• 2 T. red onion, finely chopped, from about 1/3 of the onion
• 2 T. balsamic vinegar, or to taste
• 8 Roma tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese, plus 2 T. for serving
• 2 T. finely chopped fresh basil or parsley
• salt and pepper, to taste
• store bought balsamic glaze for serving, optional

Steps

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain; rinse in cold water; transfer to a large bowl; set aside.
2. While pasta is cooking, season chicken with herbs, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
3. Heat 1 t. oil in a grill pan or skillet; sear chicken over medium-high heat until browned on both sides and cooked through, about 6 minutes per side; remove from pan; set aside; let rest.