Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your grill to high heat, around 400°F (200°C). Coat the chicken breasts, red bell peppers, and green onions with olive oil, then sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Place the chicken and bell peppers on the grill grates. Grill the chicken for about 6 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Add the green onions to the grill during the last 3 minutes.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the whole grain penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions (around 9-11 minutes) until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Thinly slice the grilled chicken breasts and chop the bell peppers into bite-sized pieces. Slice the grilled green onions into smaller sections.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to create a smooth vinaigrette. Fold in chopped parsley, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked penne pasta with the prepared vinaigrette. Allow the pasta to sit for about 5 minutes to soak up the flavors. Then add the sliced chicken, chopped bell peppers, green onions, and basil leaves, tossing everything together.
- Serve the Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad warm or refrigerate for later. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving for an extra delicious touch.
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Notes
Allow grilled chicken to rest before slicing to lock in juices. Prepare the vinaigrette a day ahead for enhanced flavors.
