This chicken tomato pasta is an easy and flavorful pan-fried chicken dinner that you can make in under 30 minutes.
It’s a delicious of juicy pan-fried chicken, garlic, tomatoes and herbs served over creamy pasta making it the perfect meal for a busy weeknights!
The dish is bursting with flavor and sure to become an instant favorite!
Plus, it’s a one-pan meal that makes clean up super easy.
Serve this dish with a side salad or vegetables for a complete Saturday night dinner for two.
Easy chicken tomato pasta
This tomato chicken pasta dish is the ultimate comfort food dish.
Its the perfect dish for when you want something warm and comforting that is also healthy.
Cook this delicious one-pot pasta tonight and enjoy a flavorful and easy to make meal that will leave you and your loved ones feeling satisfied.
What goes into chicken and tomato pasta
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Onion
- Garlic cloves
- Crushed tomatoes
- Tomato paste
- Brown sugar
- Oregano
- Chicken breast
- Pasta
- Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper
How to make chicken with red sauce pasta
(See the recipe card below for full ingredient list with quantities & instructions.)
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In the meanwhile heat oil and butter in large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken breast until browned and cooked through about 4 minute per side.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add onion, garlic and oregano to the pan and cook for 5 minutes or until softened.
- Add tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar and salt & pepper to taste. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Cut the chicken into small cubes and add to the sauce. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese. Add chopped fresh parsley to the dish.
- Serve warm with a side salad or vegetables.
A budget friendly and delicious meal that will leave you feeling satisfied.
This tasty chicken tomato pasta recipe is sure to become a favorite pasta weeknight meal.
How to store and reheat chicken tomato pasta
Leftover chicken pasta is a great option for an easy dinner or lunch.
Here are some simple steps to transform your leftover cooked chicken and pasta into a delicious meal.
How to Store
Refrigerator: Refrigerate the cooked pasta in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Place the cooked pasta in a freezer safe container or bag and freeze for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat
Stovetop Method: Reheat in a pan over medium-low heat until heated through.
Microwave Method: Place the pasta in a microwave safe bowl and reheat for 1 to 2 minutes or until warmed through.
More Pasta Recipes For Busy Weeknights
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- Rasta Pasta
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Chicken Tomato Pasta
This chicken tomato pasta is an easy and flavorful one-pan dinner that you can make in under 30-minutes. The flavor is bursting in every bite and it's a great meal for for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 pound (500g) chicken breast
- 8 oz (250g) penne
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp (14g) butter
- 1 onion chopped
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 cup (210g) crush tomatoes
- 1 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/4 cup (22g) parmesan
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Heat oil and butter in large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken breast and cook until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add onion, garlic and oregano to the pan and cook for 5 minutes or until softened.
- Add tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar and salt & pepper to taste. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Cut the chicken into small cubes and add to the sauce. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese and add fresh chopped parsley to the dish.
Notes
You can use any type of pasta you like for this recipe. I like to use penne pasta or any pasta I have in my pantry.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 396Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 5gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 7gCholesterol 109mgSodium 301mgCarbohydrates 27gFiber 2gSugar 6gProtein 41g
