Twelve Minute Pasta Toss

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Twelve Minute Pasta Toss for a Quick and Delicious Meal
in Pasta

Prep

4 min

Cook

8 min

Ready In

12 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

16 ounces rotini pasta
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 skinless , boneless chicken breast halves , cut into bite size pieces
3 cloves garlic , minced
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/4 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/4 teaspoons dried oregano
1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
583
Sugar
8g
Fat
22g
When you need to get dinner on the table in a hurry, this Twelve Minute Pasta Toss is the perfect solution. It's a flavorful dish that's sure to please everyone in the family. This pasta toss is made with rotini pasta, chicken, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes. The Parmesan cheese adds a creamy, cheesy finish. While this dish doesn't contain many vegetables, you could easily add some spinach or diced bell peppers to boost the nutrient content.

Instructions

1.Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
2.Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until cooked through.
3.Add the garlic, salt, garlic powder, basil, and oregano to the skillet. Stir to combine.
4.Add the sun-dried tomatoes and stir to combine.
5.Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Stir to combine. If the pasta seems dry, add the reserved cooking water a little at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
6.Add the Parmesan cheese and stir to combine. Serve hot.

PROS

This pasta is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight meal.

It’s packed with flavor thanks to the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.

It’s a great way to use up leftover chicken.

CONS

This pasta dish is fairly high in sodium.

It doesn’t contain many vegetables or other sources of fiber.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pasta dish is a good source of protein thanks to the chicken and cheese.
The garlic in this recipe may help boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.
The sun-dried tomatoes provide a good source of vitamins and antioxidants.

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