Tomato Butter Pasta With Chicken
This Tomato Butter Pasta with Chicken is a creamy, rich dish that combines the savory flavor of tomatoes with the richness of butter. Tender chicken is tossed with pasta, creating a satisfying meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 skillet
- 1 colander
- 1 cutting board
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (such as fettuccine or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- optional fresh basil leaves for garnish Optional for garnish.
Instructions
- Start by boiling a large pot of salted water. Once boiling, add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta in a colander.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, followed by the butter. Stir until the butter melts and the sauce is combined. Add the dried basil, salt, and black pepper, stirring well.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix it with the tomato butter sauce. Gently toss in the cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Finally, remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until well incorporated. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
You can customize this recipe by adding spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
This dish can also be made ahead of time and reheated, though the pasta may absorb the sauce. Add a splash of water or broth when reheating to bring it back to life.