Italian Sauced Chicken Over Pasta
Transport your taste buds straight to Italy with this hearty and satisfying Italian Sauced Chicken Over Pasta. Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts are simmered in a rich marinara-style sauce made with crushed tomatoes, garlic, fragrant Italian seasonings, and a touch of sweetness from sugar, creating layers of bold, savory flavor. Paired with perfectly cooked pasta of your choice and topped with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, this dish is a true comfort food classic. With just 15 minutes of prep and a total cook time of 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for special occasions. Serve it with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a complete Italian-inspired feast that's sure to impress. Keywords: Italian sauced chicken, chicken pasta recipe, Italian comfort food, marinara chicken, easy weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Basil leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 12 ounces Pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or your choice)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- as needed Water (for boiling pasta)
- 1 tablespoon Salt (for pasta water)
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of dried Italian seasoning.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and sugar to the skillet. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and let simmer on low heat for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
To serve, portion the cooked pasta onto plates. Place a chicken breast on top of the pasta and spoon a generous amount of sauce over the dish.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley over each serving as a garnish.
Serve hot and enjoy your Italian Sauced Chicken Over Pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.1 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.7 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 652 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 10931 mg | 475% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.8 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.9 g | ||
| Protein | 274.6 g | 549% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1190 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2310 mg | 49% | |
*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.
