Fettuccini with Grilled Chicken Breast and Vine Ripened Tomatoes

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Fettuccini with Grilled Chicken Breast and Vine Ripened Tomatoes
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb fettuccine pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic , chopped
6 medium mushrooms , sliced thin
1/4 red onion , julienned
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 grilled chicken breast , julienned
1 vine-ripened tomatoes , peeled , seeded and diced
6 basil leaves , chopped
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons butter
parmesan cheese ( to garnish )
green onion ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
540
Sugar
5g
Fat
19g
Fettuccine with Grilled Chicken Breast and Vine Ripened Tomatoes is a delicious pasta recipe that is easy, quick, and perfect for any mealtime. The juicy and tangy tomatoes pair well with the tender chicken pieces, making the dish flavorful and healthy. The fresh basil and grated parmesan cheese add a distinctive and luxurious touch to this simple yet delicious recipe. This Italian dish is versatile and can be easily modified with different sauces and proteins according to your liking. Serve it steaming hot with a crisp salad or garlic bread to make your meal complete.

Instructions

1.Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add fettuccine and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2.In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, mushrooms and onion and saute until the mushrooms are cooked.
3.Deglaze the pan with white wine and let the liquid reduce by half. Add chicken broth and continue to cook until the sauce is reduced.
4.Add the julienned grilled chicken and diced vine-ripened tomatoes. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
5.Add salt, pepper, butter and chopped basil and mix until combined thoroughly.
6.Serve with a sprinkling of parmesan cheese and chopped green onions on top.

PROS

This pasta dish is a complete meal, containing protein, carbohydrates, and vegetables.

The chicken protein is lean and grilled making the dish healthy.

The combination of tomatoes and basil gives the dish a flavorful and aromatic boost.

CONS

The dish contains butter and parmesan cheese that may be high in calories and fat.

Be sure to use lean chicken and avoid heavy cream while making the tomato sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pasta is a source of carbohydrates that gives the body energy and fiber which promotes digestion. Grilled chicken is a lean protein source that helps in repairing and building new cells in the body. Tomatoes are a rich source of lycopene, which may reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer. Basil is a herb that contains anti-inflammatory properties and is good for digestion and reducing stress.

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