pasta with chicken
This delicious Pasta with Chicken recipe combines tender pieces of chicken cooked in a savory sauce with perfectly cooked pasta. It's a hearty dish that is both satisfying and easy to prepare, perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 colander
- 1 skillet
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta (e.g., penne or fettuccine)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach leaves, fresh
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Next, add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they soften.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the chicken and vegetable mixture in the skillet. Toss everything together, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the sauce and ingredients.
- Serve the pasta in bowls, topping each portion with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables such as bell peppers or zucchini.
For a spicy kick, consider adding red pepper flakes when cooking the chicken.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.