Roman Chicken Pasta Bake
A simple and flavorful pasta dish featuring seared chicken and Roman herbs.
Ingredients
- ●1 lb chicken breastBoneless, skinless
- ●8 oz pasta (ditalini or penne)Gluten-free option available
- ●2 tbsp olive oilFor pan searing
- ●2 cloves garlicMinced
- ●2 tsp roman herbs (such as thyme and rosemary)Dried or fresh
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions.
- 3
Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper.
- 4
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 5
Sear the chicken breast for 5-6 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- 6
Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest.
- 7
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 8
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss with garlic and olive oil.
- 9
Add the roman herbs and toss to combine.
- 10
Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish and top with the seared chicken.
- 11
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is heated through.
- 12
Serve hot and enjoy!