A flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breast seasoned with Italian herbs, served over a bed of pasta with a light olive oil and garlic sauce.

Ingredients

• 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups penne pasta
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. While the pasta is cooking, season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, and thyme.
3. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 min on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
4. Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice into strips.
5. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
6. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 min until softened.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the garlic and tomatoes.
8. Serve the pasta topped with sliced chicken and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

• Feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or another protein if preferred.
• This dish can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free pasta.