Description

Creamy Tomato Chicken Pasta is a delicious and comforting dish featuring tender, spiced chicken breast pieces cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce with fresh vegetables and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. The pasta is cooked al dente and combined with a flavorful sauce for a satisfying weeknight meal that is quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Pasta

8 ounce rotini pasta (uncooked)

Chicken and Seasoning

1 pound chicken breast (skinless and boneless, cut into bite size pieces)
2 tablespoons chili powder
½ teaspoon red chili flakes
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
¼ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)

Vegetables and Herbs

1 cup tomatoes (chopped)
6 green onions (chopped)
½ cup parsley (fresh, chopped)

Liquids and Dairy

3 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
1 cup heavy cream (or half and half)
½ cup chicken broth (low sodium or no sodium added)
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente, meaning the pasta should be firm to the bite but fully cooked. Once done, drain the pasta and set it aside to prevent overcooking.
Melt the Butter: In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium-high heat, creating a rich base for cooking the chicken.
Cook the Chicken: Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet. Sprinkle with chili powder, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the pieces are fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
Add Vegetables and Herbs: Stir in the chopped tomatoes, green onions, and chopped parsley. Cook everything together for an additional 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Add Cream and Broth: Pour in the heavy cream (or half and half) and chicken broth. Stir gently and bring the mixture to a boil, allowing the sauce to blend and thicken slightly.
Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked rotini pasta to the skillet with the creamy tomato chicken mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
Add Cheese and Serve: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the pasta and chicken. Garnish with extra parsley if desired. Serve immediately while warm and creamy for best flavor and texture.

Notes

This Creamy Tomato Chicken Pasta is perfect for busy weeknights, combining tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, and rich cream sauce for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Using half and half instead of heavy cream can lighten the dish slightly while maintaining creaminess.
Adjust the amount of chili powder and red chili flakes to control the heat level to your preference.
Fresh parsley not only adds flavor but also a nice pop of color when garnishing.
Ensure pasta is cooked al dente to avoid mushy texture when mixed with sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 733 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 706 mg
Fat: 41 g
Saturated Fat: 24 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0.4 g
Carbohydrates: 50 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 42 g
Cholesterol: 185 mg