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Chicken Cavatappi Pasta Recipes

Chicken Cavatappi Pasta Recipes

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Chicken Pasta
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 6
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot,
  • Colander
  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Spoon
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes not packed in oil, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 12 ounces cavatappi pasta
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions
 

Cook the Chicken:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside.

Sauté the Aromatics:

  • Add the onion to the pan and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

Build the Sauce:

  • Pour in the diced tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cavatappi Time:

  • While the sauce simmers, cook the cavatappi according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Bring it Together:

  • Add the cooked chicken back to the sauce. Stir in the drained cavatappi and toss to coat everything evenly. Heat through for a couple of minutes.

Serve it Up:

  • Plate your sun-dried tomato cavatappi with chicken and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat before serving.
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