Balsamic Chicken Pasta with Fresh Cheese Recipe

Name: Balsamic Chicken Pasta with Fresh Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces, weight Linguine; 1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Julienned; 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar; 3 whole Garlic Cloves, Minced; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Coarsely Ground Black Pepper; 6 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, Thinly Sliced, Divided; 2 cups Shredded, Cooked Chicken; 1 cup Small Fresh Mozzarella Balls, Halved Or Regular Mozzarella Cut Into 3/4-inch Cubes; 1/2 cups Goat Cheese Crumbles

Servings: persons

8 ounces, weight Linguine
1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Julienned
2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
3 whole Garlic Cloves, Minced
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1/4 teaspoons Coarsely Ground Black Pepper
6 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, Thinly Sliced, Divided
2 cups Shredded, Cooked Chicken
1 cup Small Fresh Mozzarella Balls, Halved Or Regular Mozzarella Cut Into 3/4-inch Cubes
1/2 cups Goat Cheese Crumbles

1
Cook linguine according to package directions; drain.
2
Saute bell pepper in a small skillet over medium heat until limp, about 10 to 12 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, whisk vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl; slowly whisk in oil.
4
Stir in 1/2 cup of basil.
5
Place pasta, chicken, cooked peppers, mozzarella, goat cheese, and remaining basil in a large bowl.
6
Pour dressing over top and toss to coat.
7
Note: when I make this, I put a couple of uncooked chicken breasts, sprinkled with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, under the broiler while everything else is being prepared.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces, weight Linguine, 1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Julienned, 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar, 3 whole Garlic Cloves, Minced, and more.

Yes, Balsamic Chicken Pasta with Fresh Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Balsamic Chicken Pasta with Fresh Cheese

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