Chicken Caprese Alfredo

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Chicken Caprese Alfredo: Creamy pasta with juicy chicken and fresh tomatoes

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

780

Sugar

12g

Fat

36g

Chicken Caprese Alfredo is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines juicy chicken breast with fresh tomatoes and creamy alfredo sauce. The dish is easy to make and can be enjoyed as a main course for dinner. The fresh tomatoes and basil lighten up the dish, making it perfect for summer. Serve this dish with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that the whole family will love!

Instructions

1.	Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente.
2.	While the spaghetti is cooking, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
3.	Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper, and cook it in the pan for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
4.	Take the chicken out of the pan and let it rest for a few minutes.
5.	In the same pan, add the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves and cook for 1-2 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened.
6.	Add the sun-dried tomato alfredo sauce to the pan and stir to combine.
7.	Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan and toss to coat the pasta with the sauce.
8.	Slice the chicken breast and serve it on top of the pasta.
9.	Garnish with mozzarella cheese pearls and more fresh basil, if desired.

PROS

Chicken Caprese Alfredo is a rich and satisfying meal that is easy to make.

The creamy sauce is flavored with sun-dried tomatoes, which adds depth to the dish.

The fresh cherry tomatoes and basil lighten up the dish and provide a burst of flavor.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does contain some health benefits.
Chicken is a good source of protein, which is important for building and repairing muscle tissue.
Tomatoes are high in lycopene, an antioxidant that may help reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.

	1 chicken breast
	1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
	1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
	1 tablespoon basil
	1 package spaghetti noodles
	1 package mozzarella cheese , pearls
	1 jar sun-dried tomato alfredo sauce