Favorite Chicken Pasta from Light Tasty Taste of Home
Indulge in the flavor-packed "Favorite Chicken Pasta from Light Tasty Taste of Home," a wholesome and easy-to-make dinner recipe that combines tender chicken, savory garlic, and a vibrant tomato-basil sauce. This dish comes together in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights while delivering a restaurant-quality experience at home. Juicy boneless skinless chicken breasts are seared to perfection and simmered alongside sautéed garlic, diced tomatoes, and fragrant dried basil, creating a rich and comforting sauce that beautifully clings to al dente pasta. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a touch of fresh parsley, this dish strikes the perfect balance between lightness and hearty satisfaction. Serve it hot for a deliciously satisfying meal that’s sure to become a family favorite! Keywords: chicken pasta recipe, easy dinner ideas, light pasta dish, tomato basil pasta, weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces cooked pasta (such as penne or fettuccine)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnishing)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with a small pinch of salt and black pepper on each side.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Using the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic).
Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and chicken broth. Stir in the dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors combine.
Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips and return them to the skillet. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to reheat the chicken and let it absorb some of the sauce.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and chicken. Stir gently to combine.
Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1354 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.4 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 316 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 2870 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 135.8 g | 272% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1974 mg | 42% | |
*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.
