Description
Indulge in the Creamy Herb Pasta Bowl with Juicy Grilled Chicken & Roasted Potatoes—a delightful dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with creamy pasta and crispy roasted potatoes. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a balance of rich flavors and comforting textures that will impress your family and friends. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a gourmet-style meal that’s not only satisfying but also easy to customize to fit your taste. Dive into this comforting bowl of goodness and experience a delightful culinary adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 300g baby potatoes, halved
- 150g penne pasta
- 120 ml heavy cream
- 30g grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook penne pasta until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain.
- Season chicken breasts with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sear in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- In a small pan over low heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for one minute. Add heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Stir in Parmesan until melted; mix with drained pasta and chopped parsley.
- Serve creamy pasta topped with sliced grilled chicken and roasted potatoes garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg