Fresh Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 28- ounce can diced tomatoes drained
- 1/2 cup fresh basil chopped
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
- 16- ounce package whole wheat penne pasta cooked
- 8 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and fresh basil; continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked and cubed chicken to the skillet.
- Sauté for about 5 minutes until the chicken is heated through.
- Transfer the chicken mixture to a large serving bowl.
- Toss the cooked penne pasta into the bowl with the chicken mixture.
- Add shredded mozzarella cheese and gently toss until the cheese is evenly distributed.
- Season the dish with salt and pepper according to taste.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serve immediately.
Nutrition values
Calories: 420 kcal | Carbohydrates: 36 g | Protein: 35 g | Fat: 16 g | Sugar: 3 g