Chicken Pasta with Tomato Sauce
A quick and comforting weeknight dinner with tender chicken, pasta, and a rich tomato sauce, topped with cheese and herbs.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 40g
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Cook the 8 oz pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2
While pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add 1 lb chicken breast and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. Remove and slice.
- 3
Pour 2 cups tomato sauce into the skillet, add 1 tsp dried oregano, and simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Return chicken to the sauce.
- 4
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with sauce. Sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella and cover until melted, about 2 minutes. Serve with red pepper flakes and fresh herbs if desired.
- 5
Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or herbs if you like.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Colander
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