Description
Creamy chicken tomato pasta delivers a Mediterranean-inspired comfort meal packed with rich flavors. Home cooks can enjoy this simple yet satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic herbs in one delightful plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cups (480 ml) penne pasta
- 2 cups (480 ml) canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Boil pasta in generously salted water for 8-10 minutes until perfectly tender, then drain and reserve.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat, then sear chicken pieces until they develop a rich golden exterior.
- Introduce finely chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet, allowing them to release their aromatic essence and soften.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to gently simmer and reduce for approximately 10 minutes, concentrating the flavors.
- Carefully fold the cooked pasta into the robust sauce, ensuring each strand is thoroughly coated with the vibrant tomato and chicken mixture.
- Transfer to serving plates, garnishing with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and delicate torn basil leaves. Serve immediately while piping hot for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Enhance pasta texture by cooking just until al dente, ensuring a firm bite and preventing mushiness.
- Prevent chicken from becoming dry by using medium heat and avoiding overcooking, which maintains juiciness and flavor.
- Create deeper flavor layers by allowing tomato sauce to simmer, helping ingredients meld and develop rich, complex tastes.
- Accommodate dietary needs by substituting gluten-free pasta or using plant-based protein alternatives for a versatile meal option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 440 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg