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Modern Chicken Pasta with Tomato

Quick and Delicious Chicken Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Modern Chicken Pasta with Tomato

About this recipe

This modern take on chicken pasta with tomato combines succulent chicken breast pieces with a fresh, vibrant tomato sauce and aromatic herbs. It's a simple yet elegant dish that you can prepare in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners. Serve it with a sprinkle of Parmesan for an added touch of flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces pasta
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.

  4. 4

    Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until browned on all sides.

  5. 5

    Stir in cherry tomatoes, dried basil, and dried oregano. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tomatoes start to soften.

  6. 6

    Add the reserved pasta water and cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to combine all ingredients.

  7. 7

    Garnish with grated Parmesan and fresh basil leaves before serving.

Chef's tip

Experiment with fresh herbs like oregano or parsley for additional flavor. For a spicy kick, add red chili flakes when sautéing the garlic.

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