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Modern Pasta Chicken Delight

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4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Modern Pasta Chicken Delight

About this recipe

Delight in a savory and easy-to-cook pasta dish that seamlessly combines tender chicken pieces with a flavorful tomato and herb sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe brings together traditional ingredients with modern cooking techniques to enhance flavor and ease.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces pasta (penne or your choice)
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
  • Fresh rosemary leaves for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook pasta in well-salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened.

  3. 3

    Flatten chicken breasts with a rolling pin for even cooking, then slice into bite-sized pieces.

  4. 4

    Season chicken with salt and pepper, add to skillet, and cook until browned on all sides.

  5. 5

    Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, dried basil, and oregano to the skillet. Stir and simmer for 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to the skillet, tossing to combine and heat through.

  7. 7

    Garnish with fresh rosemary and serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

Chef's tip

This dish can be easily customized with additional vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition and flavor.

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