Chicken Mozzarella Pasta With Roasted Tomatoes

Warm and cheesy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes is an easy, family-friendly pasta that takes less than 30 minutes to make!
Chicken Mozzarella Pasta With Roasted Tomatoes
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Life has been a little crazy busy lately and I’ve been completely relying on my favorite 30-minute meals. Easy dinners with simple (real) ingredients that I know my whole family will enjoy.

(Courtesy of Lauren Allen)
Courtesy of Lauren Allen
Some of my favorite 30-minute meals include:This Chicken Mozzarella Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes gives me that comfort food feeling I love, but with fresh summer ingredients like ripe cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. I like to add whatever whole wheat, bite-size pasta I have on hand.
(Courtesy of Lauren Allen)
Courtesy of Lauren Allen

Chicken Mozzarella Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes

Servings 5
Ingredients
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes , halved
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil (divided)
  • 8 ounces farfalle pasta (or other bite-size pasta like ziti or penne)
  • 1/2 onion , chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (or tenders), cut into small pieces
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
  • 24 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves , chopped (divided)
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to high broil.
  2. Line a baking sheet with foil and place the cherry tomatoes on top, in a single layer.
  3. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of olive oil on top and broil for about 3-4 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
  4. Boil the pasta, just until al dente, according to package instructions.
  5. Meanwhile in a separate large, oven-proof pan over medium heat add the remaining teaspoon of olive oil.
  6. Add onion and saute for 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  7. Add chicken pieces and cook for a few minutes until golden. Season with salt and pepper and add the oregano, basil, and parsley.
  8. Stir in the tomato sauce and simmer for a few minutes.
  9. Add the roasted cherry tomatoes, ½ cup of mozzarella cheese, half of the fresh basil, and the cooked pasta.
  10. Toss to combine. Sprinkle remaining ½ cup of mozzarella and the parmesan cheese on top.
  11. Place in preheated oven and broil for a few minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly.
  12. Remove from oven and sprinkle remaining chopped fresh basil on top.
Nutrition

Calories: 414 kcal, Carbohydrates: 46g, Protein: 35g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 75mg, Sodium: 1048mg, Potassium: 1059mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 9g, Vitamin A: 1150 IU, Vitamin C: 25.7mg, Calcium: 294mg, Iron: 3.2mg

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