Description
Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, fresh basil, and juicy tomatoes in a rich sauce, enveloping al dente pasta for a satisfying meal. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe bursts with flavor and warmth. Easy to customize with seasonal vegetables or different pasta types, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Enjoy every bite of this comforting classic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 3 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden brown (6-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in chopped tomatoes and simmer for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Mix in fresh basil just before serving for maximum flavor.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water if needed.
- Combine cooked pasta with the chicken-tomato mixture in the skillet. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary. Serve hot topped with grated Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 320g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg