Description
Charred Tomato Basil Chicken Florentine Pasta is a delightful fusion of sizzling chicken, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil, perfect for any occasion. This easy yet impressive dish brings your dinner table to life, making it ideal for weeknight meals or special gatherings. With minimal effort, you can create a colorful and flavorful masterpiece that will leave your guests asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 8 oz pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Wash cherry tomatoes and basil; chop basil coarsely.
- Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side).
- Add garlic and tomatoes: Stir in minced garlic; cook until fragrant. Add cherry tomatoes; cook until they begin to burst (3-5 minutes).
- Boil pasta: In another pot, boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve a cup of cooking water.
- Combine: Drain pasta and add it to the skillet with chicken, garlic, and tomatoes. Mix in reserved cooking water if needed.
- Finish: Stir in chopped basil and grated Parmesan until well combined.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg