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Description
A comforting and easy-to-make dish combining juicy chicken, fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, baked with pasta.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on both sides.
- Combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, basil, and balsamic vinegar in a large mixing bowl.
- Slice the cooked chicken and mix it into the pasta mixture.
- Transfer everything to a casserole dish and top with extra mozzarella if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving and enjoy your comforting casserole!
Notes
Serve hot with a side salad or sprinkle extra basil and balsamic vinegar for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian