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Creamy Chicken And Tomato Pasta

Creamy Chicken and Tomato Pasta

Creamy chicken and tomato pasta is a comforting meal made in just one pan within 30 minutes. This dish features a rich tomato base, tender chicken, and a luscious creamy sauce, making it a favorite for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 People
Course: Chicken, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 596

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g gluten-free pasta
  • 300 g leftover roast chicken shredded
  • 200 g cherry tomatoes halved
  • 250 ml Tarantella Tomato Passata
  • 100 g mascarpone cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon mixed herbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or pan
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Measuring cups
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken, Tarantella Tomato Passata, mixed herbs, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Pour in heavy cream and mascarpone cheese, stirring until fully combined.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat. If needed, add reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
  8. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and cook for another 2 minutes until everything is well incorporated.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!