Quick and Tasty Chicken Pasta Recipe

SIMPLE 15-MINUTE CHICKEN PASTA

Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 15 mins | Yield: 4 Servings

This recipe is super quick! Make this Chicken Pasta when you're in a rush but craving something delicious! It's got noodles, chicken, and tasty sauce. What's not to love? Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
• 3 cups cooked pasta (equivalent to 1.5 cups dry pasta)
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon EACH of salt, pepper, & garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions:

Boil 2 cups of water in a saucepan on high heat.
Add about 1 1/2 cups of pasta noodles and a bit of salt. Cook for around 10 minutes until 'al dente'. Then drain and rinse with cold water.
Cut the chicken breasts into small strips.
Heat a pan on medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil.
Add the bell peppers and onions. Cook for a few minutes until they're soft.
Stir in the garlic and cook for about a minute until it smells great.
Add the chicken strips and cook until they're golden brown. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Stir in the marinara sauce and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
Add the cooked noodles into the saucepan and toss to coat.
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cheese.
Garnish with freshly chopped herbs and Parmesan cheese.
Serve and enjoy!