Chicken Tenders over Pasta W-Creamy Slow-Roasted Tomato Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Chicken Tenders over Pasta W-Creamy Slow-Roasted Tomato Sauce is an easy and fulfilling meal to cook for dinner tonight
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion , diced
2 ounces prosciutto , chopped
1 bag frozen peas , thawed
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage
1 box spaghetti
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
6 Italian plum tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
553
Sugar
8g
Fat
24g
This meal is perfect for those busy weeknights when you need something hearty and satisfying but don't have a lot of time to prepare. The chicken tenders are tender and juicy, while the creamy tomato sauce is the perfect complement to the whole wheat spaghetti. This meal is perfect for families as it can serve up to 6 people, and is versatile enough that it can be modified to suit a variety of dietary needs.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2.Cut the tomatoes in half and place them in a baking dish, then drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes.
3.Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper, then brown them on both sides until cooked through.
4.Remove the chicken tenders from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté the onions and prosciutto until the onion is translucent. Add the peas and continue to sauté for another 2-3 minutes until the peas are warmed through.
5.Add the heavy cream and chopped sage to the skillet and stir to mix everything together.
6.Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions, then add it to the skillet. Add the black pepper, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley to the skillet and stir everything together.
7.Serve the chicken tenders over the spaghetti and tomato sauce, garnishing with additional parsley or Parmesan cheese as desired.

PROS

This dish is full of flavor and is very easy to make.
The roasted tomato sauce adds a richness to the dish that cannot be beat.
Additionally, this meal is a great source of protein and fiber thanks to the chicken and peas.

Plus, with the use of whole wheat spaghetti, this dish is a healthy alternative to traditional pasta dishes.

CONS

While this dish is healthy overall, it does contain cream and Parmesan cheese which can be high in fat and calories.
Those watching their calorie intake should use these ingredients in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein and fiber thanks to the inclusion of chicken and peas, respectively. Plus, the use of whole wheat pasta adds additional fiber to the dish.
Tomatoes contain lycopene which has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and cancer, while sage has been shown to boost the immune system and improve brain function.

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