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Creamy Chicken & Tomato Basil Pasta

Comforting and macro-balanced. Uses Greek yoghurt for creaminess without the heaviness.

Serves 4Prep 15 minCook 25 min
Creamy Chicken & Tomato Basil Pasta

Ingredients

  • 1 pack gluten-free pasta (lentil, edamame, chickpea)
  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 x 240 g can crushed tomatoes
  • ½ cup double cream
  • ½ cup unsweetened plain Greek-style yoghurt
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: grated parmesan cheese for serving (or omit chicken if preferred)

Method

  1. 1

    Marinate chicken breast in olive oil, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Grill or pan-sear chicken until cooked through. Let rest and then slice.

  3. 3

    Cook pasta according to package directions.

  4. 4

    While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté onion and garlic until softened.

  5. 5

    Add crushed tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Stir in double cream, yoghurt, basil, salt, and pepper. Heat through.

  7. 7

    Drain pasta and toss with sauce.

  8. 8

    Serve with sliced chicken and parmesan cheese if desired.

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