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Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta

Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta for Cozy Evenings

This Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta combines juicy chicken, ripe cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil in a rich sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rigatoni Feel free to use your preferred pasta shape.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breast Chicken thighs can be a moist option.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Adds warmth to the dish.
For the Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh basil can be added.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 medium Shallot Yellow or white onion can substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Chopped finely for aroma.
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Can replace with canned diced tomatoes.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Herb Blend A mix of oregano, thyme, and rosemary.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste No substitutes needed.
  • 1/2 cup Dry White Wine Can substitute with chicken broth.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Add just before serving.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can swap with half-and-half.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a vegan alternative.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add rigatoni and cook until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve 2 cups of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and dried basil. Sauté for 7-8 minutes until golden brown. Set chicken aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté shallot and garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until they burst. Gently press down on them to release flavor.
  5. Mix in Italian herb blend and tomato paste. Pour in dry white wine and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add fresh basil leaves and heavy cream, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, add drained pasta, and mix well. Gradually add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  8. Plate the pasta hot, garnish with Parmesan and fresh basil. Drizzle olive oil on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish keeps well and can be customized with various proteins or pasta shapes. Perfect for sharing with loved ones.

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