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Happy New Year! As you may already know, I spent the holidays in Houston with my family. Unfortunately, I got really ill and came back to Austin earlier than planned. How sick? Well, this girl NEVER takes medicine, but this time, I was begging for more. I also lost my voice for the first time, which was such a horrendous experience. I just have too much to say all the time ;). On the other hand, I think my family appreciated the peace that resulted. The good news is, I’m starting to feel much better now.
I’ve been on a soft diet for the past several days, as it has been extremely painful to swallow – lots of Korean sweet potatoes, oatmeal, ice cream, Chobani…
While others were enjoying a “삼겹살,” thick fatty slices of pork belly, party…
I ate lots of…
I didn’t mind too terribly. I LOVE these sweet potatoes. They taste more like chestnuts. Have you ever had them?
As my throat seems to be opening up a bit more with each day, I set out to make my go-to chicken pasta dish. This recipe is a one pot wonder, and the clean up is a breeze. Most importantly, it comes together so quickly – total cooking time is less than 30 min! Have I sparked your interest? Here’s the recipe ;).
Italian Chicken Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 Ib. chicken breast, cubed to 1 in. pieces
- 1/4 tsp italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt and pepper
- 2 tsp EVOO
- 4 oz of pasta, I used shell shaped quinoa pasta *
- 1 Tbs garlic, minced (can use less if you're not a garlic lover like me)
- 1/2 med yellow onion, sliced
- 1 Tbs tomato paste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 14.5 oz can fired roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, I roughly chopped about 7 pieces
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella
- Basil, torn for garnish
- * you can use any small shaped pasta, e.g. orzo as you wish or different grains such as wheatberry, barley...
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Rub with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and s&p.
- Heat 1 tsp EVOO in med skillet over med-high heat. Cook chicken until browned on both sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 1 tsp EVOO, garlic, and onions until translucent, approx 5 min. Add tomato paste. Add broth, tomatoes, sugar, and pasta. Once it boils, add the chicken back in. Lower heat to med-low, cover the skillet, and cook until pasta is al dente, approx 10-15 min.
- Turn off the heat and stir in sun dried tomatoes and mozzarella. Sprinkle with basil. Serve.
Nutrition
It’s spicy, hearty, and satisfying! Enjoy!
Question:
How did you bring in the New Year?
I tried to stay awake but was so drowsy from the NyQuil that I went to bed as soon as I hugged Tim and yelled “Happy New Year!”
You are welcome, Elizabeth! I’m so glad you liked it and thank you so much for letting me know ;).
This was so super yummy! Thanks so much for posting!
I hope you are on the mend now and feeling much better!! I have add your wonderful recipe to my Mouth Watering Mondays. Come on over to see it at http://www.noshingwiththenolands.com Cheers, Tara
Great pasta recipe! Healthful and flavorful!
Ugh I wasn’t feel awesome on New Years either 🙁 boo. I wasn’t super sick though and did go out to diner.
Wow this looks delicious!!! Want to try this soon!
Sorry to hear you were sick over the holidays but it’s good that you’re feeling better now! It seems a lot of people were hit with some kind of flu the past few weeks! My New Year was spent with family and friends, just simple gatherings with good company and lots of food… just the way i like it! 😛 Happy New Year to you and your family, i’m so glad I found your blog last year Min!
I hope you are feeling better now girl. and that pasta dish is totally up my alley. Its a must have dish once every week in my kitchen. I have never tried those quinoa pasta looks pretty good 🙂 thanks for the idea