Chicken Pasta Primavera Dinner (Print-Friendly Version)

Tender chicken, penne pasta, and colorful vegetables unite in a creamy, herbed skillet for a fresh weeknight meal.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Pasta and Chicken

01 - 280 grams dry penne pasta
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 450 grams skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2.5 cm cubes or thin strips
04 - Salt, to taste
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thin half-moons
07 - 240 grams grape tomatoes, quartered
08 - 150 grams frozen peas

→ Herbs and Flavorings

09 - 1/2 tablespoon dried basil
10 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
11 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
12 - 4 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce and Garnish

13 - 60 millilitres dry white wine
14 - 80 millilitres heavy whipping cream
15 - 25 grams freshly grated parmesan cheese
16 - Chopped fresh basil, for garnish

# How to Prepare:

01 - Prepare penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, add to the skillet, and sauté for 5 minutes until pieces are golden and just cooked through.
03 - Incorporate zucchini, quartered tomatoes, and frozen peas into the skillet. Sprinkle in dried basil, rosemary, and parsley. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes.
04 - Add minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute, stirring. Pour in the white wine, deglaze the pan by scraping up any browned bits, then stir in heavy cream. Simmer for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
05 - Fold the drained pasta into the skillet, tossing with the sauce to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if necessary. Remove from heat.
06 - Top with freshly grated parmesan cheese and a handful of chopped basil. Serve immediately.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For a non-alcoholic version, substitute white wine with chicken or vegetable broth and a splash of lemon juice.
02 - Swap chicken breasts for boneless chicken thighs for a juicier result.
03 - Additional vegetables, such as mushrooms or asparagus, can be incorporated for variety.
04 - Alternative pasta shapes including farfalle or fettuccine work well.
05 - For a vegetarian dish, replace chicken with extra vegetables or pan-seared tofu.
06 - Tuna can be gently mixed into the sauce to create a seafood variation.
07 - Add Creole seasoning to the sauce for a spicy twist.

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