Description
Garlic-Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies & Creamy Rotini is a wholesome and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Juicy chicken, vibrant roasted vegetables, and creamy pasta come together to create a delightful culinary experience. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a blend of aromatic flavors, this meal will impress your family and friends while keeping you on track with healthy eating. Customize it with your favorite veggies or herbs for added flair, making each serving a personal touch of comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 boneless chicken breast
- 2 carrots
- 1 cup baby potatoes
- 1 cup cooked tricolor rotini pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp cream or milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200C (400F).
- Toss sliced carrots and baby potatoes in olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Spread on a baking tray and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Rub the chicken breast with olive oil, minced garlic, dried parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake or pan-sear until cooked through (internal temperature at 74C / 165F), about 15-20 minutes.
- In a small pot, melt butter over low heat. Add cooked rotini pasta along with cream (or milk) and grated parmesan. Stir until creamy; season with salt and pepper.
- Plate the chicken alongside roasted veggies and creamy rotini for a colorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute seasonal vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for variety. To enhance flavors, use fresh herbs instead of dried ones whenever possible.