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June 6, 2025
This Cheesy Tomato Pasta with Chicken is the ultimate comfort meal—creamy, savory, and packed with flavor. Juicy seasoned chicken is cooked until golden, then paired with a rich, cheesy tomato cream sauce made from blistered cherry tomatoes, garlic, onion, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Fresh basil and melted Parmesan and mozzarella create a velvety finish, all tossed with al dente pasta. It’s easy, indulgent, and perfect for a cozy dinner or impressing guests with bold, homemade flavor.
$5.98 / Serving 
Estimated Price / Serving
24 Ingredients
MEDIUM
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried basil.
3
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In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil and cook chicken for 5–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, add diced onion, minced garlic, and cherry tomatoes. Cook until softened and blistered, then mash tomatoes gently.
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Add chopped fresh basil, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
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Season with the same blend used on the chicken. Stir and simmer for a few minutes.
7
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Add cooked pasta and chicken back into the pan along with Parmesan, mozzarella, and a splash of pasta water.
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Mix well until the sauce is creamy. Add more cheese or pasta water as needed.
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Serve hot, topped with extra basil or Parmesan if desired.
36.13 g
Carbs
57.61 g
Fat
49.44 g
Protein
869.42 kcal
Calories
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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