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Italian Chicken Pasta

Italian Chicken Pasta prepared dish

This italian chicken pasta is a delightful combination of tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich tomato sauce. Infused with garlic and herbs, this dish is perfect for a comforting family dinner. Serve it with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for an extra touch of flavor!

This recipe is italian style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 30 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 45 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include olive oil, penne pasta, oregano, salt.
  • Follow all 8 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 300 g penne pasta
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 400 g canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp basil (chopped)
  • 50 g parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 400 g chicken breast (diced)

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the diced chicken breast.
  3. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, chopped basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  7. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce.
  8. Serve the pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 55 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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