Bruschetta Chicken Pasta: A Vibrant Summery Meal

Ingredients

• 12 ounces penne or fusilli pasta
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
• ½ cup diced fresh mozzarella
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
• ¼ cup pasta cooking water, reserved