Description
Hearty chicken tomato pasta brings Italian comfort to your dinner table with zesty flavors and simple ingredients. Mediterranean-inspired ingredients blend perfectly, creating a quick and satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 300 grams (10.5 ounces) pasta (penne or spaghetti)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- Fresh basil for garnish
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
- Prepare pasta in boiling water until al dente, following package guidance. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (375°F). Introduce diced chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sear until exterior turns golden and interior reaches 165°F, approximately 6-8 minutes. Transfer chicken to a separate plate.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium. Sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent and aromatic, roughly 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate halved cherry tomatoes, rich tomato sauce, and Italian seasoning blend. Simmer mixture, stirring intermittently, allowing flavors to meld and tomatoes to soften for 5-7 minutes.
- Reintroduce cooked chicken into the tomato sauce. Allow components to integrate and reheat together for 3-4 minutes.
- Gently fold reserved pasta into the skillet, ensuring every strand gets evenly coated with sauce and ingredients.
- Plate immediately, garnishing with fresh basil leaves and optional grated Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Use high-quality, ripe cherry tomatoes for a burst of natural sweetness and vibrant color in the sauce.
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts and slice them into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- Try whole wheat or gluten-free pasta for a healthier alternative that doesn’t compromise on taste or nutritional value.
- Fresh herbs like basil can be substituted with dried Italian seasoning if fresh isn’t available, maintaining the recipe’s authentic flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 348 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg