Chicken and Roasted Tomato Pasta
A delightful dish combining tender chicken, roasted tomatoes, and spaghetti for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the roasted tomatoes
- 10 oz cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes Juicy and bursting with flavor, they add a sweet pop when roasted.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Provides richness and helps with roasting.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Gives the dish an aromatic base that’s simply irresistible.
- to taste salt and pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.
For the chicken
- 1.5 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced Packed with protein and perfectly tender when cooked.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt For seasoning the chicken.
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika Adds depth and a smoky flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning A blend of herbs that brings a touch of the Mediterranean.
For the pasta
- 8 oz spaghetti The ideal pasta to serve as a base for this flavorful dish.
- 4 tablespoons butter Adds richness to the garlic sauce.
- 8 oz Burrata cheese Creamy and indulgent, providing a luxurious finish.
- 1/2 lemon thinly sliced Brightens up the flavor profile.
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped For freshness and added color.
- 1/3 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted Adds a nice crunch and nutty flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cherry or grape tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss well to ensure the tomatoes are evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast them for about 20 minutes until they are caramelized and bursting with flavor.
Cooking the chicken
- While your tomatoes are roasting, season your chicken breasts with salt, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the seasoned chicken.
- Cook for around 5 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and slice it thinly.
Making the pasta
- In the same skillet, add the lemon slices and minced garlic, followed by the butter. Sauté briefly until fragrant.
- Remove the skillet from heat.
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions and then drain it.
- Combine the drained spaghetti, lemon slices, and garlic butter in the skillet, tossing everything together well. Remove the lemon slices once combined.
Serving
- Serve the spaghetti on plates and top it with the sliced chicken, roasted tomatoes, and generous dollops of Burrata cheese.
- Garnish with fresh basil and toasted pine nuts for a striking finish.
Notes
To elevate this dish, consider marinating the chicken with lemon juice and your favorite herbs before cooking. Add red pepper flakes for heat. Watch roasted tomatoes closely to avoid over-roasting. Don’t skip the Burrata for essential creaminess.