Best Chicken Tomato Basil And Pasta Recipes

CREAMY CHICKEN, BASIL, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO PASTA BAKE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350. Boil pasta according to package directions. Drain and place in baking dish.
• Rinse and pat chicken dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
• Heat large saute pan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil. Place chicken in pan, and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the chicken is browned. Remove from pan and place on a cutting board.
• In the same pan, melt butter, and add the rest of the olive oil. Add the garlic and onions. Cook for about 2 minutes, until the onions are soft.
• Stir in the tomatoes and 3/4 cup of the chicken broth or wine. Bring to a boil. Turn down and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, slice the chicken into 1/4-inch thick slices and place over pasta (the chicken will finish cooking in the oven).
• Stir in cream and 1/2 cup cheese into the tomatoes. Simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
• Add the rest of the broth or wine if the sauce gets too thick. Stir in basil. Add salt and pepper to tast.
• Pour sauce over chicken and pasta. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
• Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until bubbling and golden brown.

CHICKEN, TOMATO, AND PASTA SALAD WITH BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a blender, add the Dijon and vinegars and blend. Drizzle in the oils to emulsify. In a large salad bowl, toss the chicken, pasta, tomatoes and basil. Season with salt and black pepper. Check for flavor.
• In a large pasta bowl, plate the entire salad and garnish with basil tops.
• In a blender, puree garlic, ginger, lime juice, salt, and sugar and oil until smooth. Do not overmix thereby heating the mixture. Add the basil and puree smooth. Check for seasoning.

CHICKEN, BASIL AND TOMATO PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions, adding green beans the last 5 minutes of cooking; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again.
• Mix together the oil, vinegar, salt, garlic, mustard and pepper with a whisk until thoroughly combined.
• In a very large bowl toss together the pasta mixture, chicken cubes (if using), dressing, tomatoes, shredded cheese and olives. Cover and chill for 4-24 hours. Add basil and toss gently before serving. Top with shaved Parmesan cheese, if desired.

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH BASIL-TOMATO SAUCE (AND CHICKEN)

Steps:

• Sauté garlic and shallot in oil over medium heat until garlic golden and shallot wilted.
• Add tomatoes and season with salt, pepper, and basil.
• Chop cooked chicken into bite size pieces.
• Add pasta, water, and chicken to sauce, stir gently in to coat.
• Move to serving platter, sprinkle with parmesan cheese, and serve.

CHICKEN, BASIL AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO PASTA

Steps:

• Grill, steam or microwave chicken breasts until they are tender and cooked through.
• Cut into strips.
• Heat oil in a large pan, add onion and tomatoes; stir over heat until onion is soft.
• Add wine, bring to boil, reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 1 minute
• Add tomato paste, sugar and fresh basil; stir until smooth.
• Add cream and chicken; stir over low heat until heated though.
• Spoon over freshly cooked pasta; garnish with basil.
• enjoy.

CHICKEN AND TOMATO SAUCE WITH BASIL AND PINE NUTS ON PASTA

Steps:

• In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the first 8 ingredients; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.
• Add in Havarti cheese and stir until cheese is melted.
• Serve sauce over pasta; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

CHICKEN TOMATO BASIL AND PASTA

Steps:

• In a large sauté pan heat a splash of olive oil on medium high, add chopped onion , a dash of smoked paprika, hot pepper garlic salt and pepper. Heat a few minutes until onions are fragrant and translucent. Add chicken to pan and sauté until cooked through and slightly browned. Add fire roasted tomatoes. Bring to a boil and then lower heat to a simmer for about 20 minutes. Add more seasonings to taste. Add basil and sliced tomatoes at the end of cooking time. Cook up some pasta and serve up your sauce! Top with freshly grated cheese.