Add Protein To Your Pasta Recipe
Make Add Protein To Your Pasta Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Protein
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Protein Cooking
- 2
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- 3
Sauce Preparation
- 4
Combine Sauce and Chicken
Pour in the tomato sauce and add the chopped basil. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for about 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Mixing
- 5
Combine Pasta and Protein
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
Serving
- 6
Serve the Dish
Plate your pasta, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for garnish. Enjoy your protein-packed pasta!
