Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Chicken Pasta in Tomato Sauce, a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken and al dente pasta enveloped in a savory tomato sauce. This recipe not only evokes nostalgia but also guarantees an explosion of flavors that will leave your family and friends clamoring for more. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 28 oz canned San Marzano tomatoes
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add bite-sized pieces of chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned (approximately 5-7 minutes).
- Pour in canned tomatoes and stir in Italian seasoning. Let simmer for about 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Meanwhile, boil water in a separate pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain well.
- Combine cooked pasta with the tomato sauce and chicken mixture, stirring gently to coat evenly. Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 105mg