Quick Savory Ground Chicken Pasta
A protein-packed, Italian-inspired weeknight meal that is both comforting and efficient. This dish uses lean ground chicken, aromatic garlic, and hearty tomato sauce to create a sophisticated flavor profile in under thirty minutes. Perfect for busy families seeking a nutritious, light, and satisfying dinner without the need for slow-cooking or complicated techniques. It is an excellent, healthier alternative to traditional beef-based pasta recipes.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian Fusion
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken
12 oz penne, rigatoni, or fusilli pasta
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
24 oz sugar-free tomato sauce
1 tsp dried oregano
1/4 cup fresh basil, chiffonade
1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
Add pasta and cook until al dente.
Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add ground chicken and cook until fully browned and internal temperature reaches 165F.
Stir in garlic and sauté for one minute.
Pour in tomato sauce and dried oregano.
Simmer on low for 10 minutes.
Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to adjust consistency.
Garnish with fresh basil and parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Substitute ground chicken with lean ground turkey if preferred. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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