Chicken Caprese Pasta
This Chicken Caprese Pasta is made with tomatoes, basil and mozzarella cheese, then piled on top of a bed of spaghetti for a super simple weeknight meal.
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 479kcal
Ingredients
- 4 ounces spaghetti cooked according to package instructions
- 1 large chicken breast halved lengthwise
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning divided
- salt and pepper for seasoning
- 1 large ripe tomato chopped
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella
- 10 leaves fresh basil chopped
- 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Shredded Parmesan cheese & additional fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breast on both sides with 1 tsp Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Add to a skillet over medium-high heat, and sear for 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to a glass baking dish. Top the chicken with mozzarella, basil and tomatoes. Season with the remaining Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Place the dish in the oven at 375 degrees for 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain, then toss with olive oil, season lightly with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Divide the spaghetti noodles onto two plates.
- When the chicken is done, remove from the oven. Divide the spaghetti onto two plates. Top each with a piece of chicken. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Notes
- For a low-carb option, serve without the spaghetti or serve over spiralized zucchini or Miracle noodles.
- Be sure to season each step of the way with salt and pepper.
- Use the freshest, best looking tomatoes you can find for the best flavor!
Nutrition
Calories: 479kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 257mg | Potassium: 807mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1084IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 157mg | Iron: 2mg