Fresh basil is the key ingredient for the wonderful flavor of this dish.

Grilled Chicken with Pasta

Marinade:
1/2 cup olive oil
2 to 3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Freshly ground pepper to taste

 

4 to 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

 

1 pound rotini pasta, cooked and drained (or your favorite pasta)
3 to 4 chopped green onions
1 (2-ounce) can sliced black olives
2 to 3 ripe tomatoes, diced
1 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 bunch fresh basil, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

1. Combine all marinade ingredients in a glass dish. Dip chicken pieces in marinade and turn to coat. Marinate at least an hour. Grill chicken and cut into bite-size pieces.
2. In a large serving bowl, toss the just-cooked rotini with the remaining ingredients and the grilled chicken. Season to taste with salt and pepper, as desired.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.