Budget Friendly Chicken Pasta
Whip up a satisfying and wallet-friendly meal with this Budget Friendly Chicken Pasta, a perfect choice for easy weeknight dinners! Featuring tender pieces of seasoned chicken breast, al dente penne pasta, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with fragrant garlic and Italian herbs, this recipe delivers big flavor without breaking the bank. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and wholesome dish that’s sure to please the whole family. Optional toppings like freshly grated Parmesan cheese and basil add an elegant touch, but the recipe shines just as brightly on its own. Whether you're planning a cozy family meal or a budget-conscious dinner, this one-pot wonder is your new go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Penne pasta
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 400 grams Canned diced tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons Dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 5 leaves Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them lightly with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the same skillet. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (along with their juices) to the skillet. Stir in the dried Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Let the sauce simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat it in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce and chicken. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Optionally, top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve the chicken pasta warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.6 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.3 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 259 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 4367 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.1 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 139.3 g | 279% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 786 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 2377 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
