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Chicken Tomato Pasta Bake

Prep 20 min Cook 30 min Difficulty 2/5

Creamy tomato pasta bake with chicken, basil, and mozzarella. A easy, satisfying dinner for weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 2 pcs chicken breast
  • 400 g pasta
  • 3 medium tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 10 g fresh basil
  • 150 g mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until just under al dente, drain and set aside.
  3. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes per side; remove and slice or shred.
  5. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Chop tomatoes and add to the skillet, cooking until softened and saucy, about 5–7 minutes; season to taste.
  7. Stir cooked pasta and torn basil into the tomato sauce, mixing to coat evenly.
  8. Combine pasta mixture and sliced chicken in a baking dish, spreading evenly.
  9. Tear or slice mozzarella and scatter over the top.
  10. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 15–20 minutes.
  11. Let rest 5 minutes, garnish with remaining basil, and serve.

Why this recipe works

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Make this Chicken Tomato Pasta Bake with simple, common ingredients. It comes together quickly and bakes into a comforting, cheesy dish.

Can I use pre-cooked chicken? Yes. You can use diced chicken or rotisserie chicken; cook through before combining with pasta.
How should I prepare the chicken for the bake? Slice or shred the chicken after cooking and mix with pasta and sauce for even distribution.
Can I customize the cheese or herbs? If you’re short on basil, you can use dried basil sparingly or omit it; mozzarella can be swapped for another melty cheese like provolone.

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