5 from 12 votes
Easy Pasta Primavera for Two
This Easy Pasta Primavera recipe combines penne pasta, sautéed chicken, and a medley of seasoned vegetables topped with Parmesan cheese. The dish balances tender pasta and juicy chicken with bell peppers and tomatoes cooked into a flavorful sauce with dried herbs, creating a hearty meal sized for two. Its blend of textures and simple pantry spices make it a practical choice for a satisfying home-cooked dinner.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
2
Calories:
446 kcal
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 4 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 chicken breast cubed, small; about 8 ounces; boneless
- salt
- 1 bell pepper any color) diced small, large
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 diced tomatoes with green chilies 14-ounce can
- 1/4 teaspoon basil dried
- 1/4 teaspoon rosemary dried crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded, 1 oz
Instructions
- Put a medium pot of salted water on to boil for the pasta and cook pasta according to package instructions.
- While your pasta is cooking, in a large skillet, over medium to medium-high heat, melt butter. Add chicken breast, sprinkle with salt, and cook until cooked through. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
- Return pan to heat and add bell pepper and garlic. Cook over medium heat for 4 to 6 minutes, until vegetables just begin to soften.
- Add tomatoes and spices, bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture becomes thick and saucy, about 6 to 10 minutes (different brands of tomatoes will vary). Stir in cooked chicken and simmer for 1 minute more or until chicken is hot.
- Stir in cooked pasta, dish up, and top with Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
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Nutrition Information
Calories
446kcal
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 446
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 446kcal | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.