Description
Chicken Pasta in Creamy Tomato Sauce is a delightful dish that perfectly marries tender chicken with al dente pasta, all enveloped in a rich and velvety tomato cream sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering gourmet flavors without the fuss.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- Fresh garlic
- Canned diced tomatoes
- Heavy cream
- Dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
Instructions
- Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces; boil water for pasta.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté seasoned chicken until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic; stir until fragrant, then mix in diced tomatoes and simmer for five minutes.
- Reduce heat; stir in heavy cream and dried herbs, allowing sauce to thicken slightly.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet; toss to coat before serving.
Notes
To enhance flavor, consider marinating the chicken beforehand or adding your favorite vegetables to the dish.
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Enhance flavor by marinating the chicken beforehand or adding your favorite vegetables.- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.