Chicken Margherita Pasta With Ricotta
A delightful blend of hearty pasta, succulent chicken, and creamy ricotta, inspired by classic Italian cuisine. Perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and tomatoes, cooking until tomatoes soften.
- Add chicken broth, pasta, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in ricotta cheese, mixing until creamy.
- Add parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
For diabetes-friendly options, consider using sugar substitutes like stevia, monk fruit, or allulose. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to a month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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