Easy Chicken Primavera – A Light, Flavorful One-Pan Pasta
Easy Chicken Primavera is a quick and healthy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and vibrant vegetables.It’s light yet filling, making it perfect for everyday meals.The recipe is highly customizable with seasonal produce.A simple garlic and olive oil base enhances natural flavors.It comes together in under 30 minutes.Perfect for both beginners and experienced cooks.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 boneless chicken breasts (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 zucchini (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh basil or parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add chicken slices, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add remaining olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add carrots and broccoli first, cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Add zucchini, bell pepper, and tomatoes; cook until tender-crisp.
- Season with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan and mix well.
- Add cooked pasta and toss everything together.
Notes
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- You can skip cream for a lighter version.
- Add mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Use pre-cooked chicken to save time.
- Fresh vegetables give the best taste.
- Adjust spice level with chili flakes.
- Reserve pasta water for sauce consistency.
- Best served immediately for freshness.