Garlic-Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies & Creamy Rotini
Garlic-Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies & Creamy Rotini is a delightful and satisfying dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and creamy pasta. This recipe is designed for both busy weeknights and special occasions, offering a wholesome meal that’s packed with flavor. The aromatic blend of garlic and herbs infuses the chicken with richness, while the roasted veggies add a colorful touch. With easy preparation steps that can be completed in about 40 minutes, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy the comforting taste of creamy rotini paired with juicy chicken and perfectly roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 boneless chicken breast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- tsp dried parsley
- tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced into sticks
- 1 cup baby potatoes, sliced into coins
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper, and a pinch of thyme
- 1 cup cooked tricolor rotini pasta
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp cream or milk
- 1 tsp grated parmesan
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Toss carrots and baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Spread on a baking tray and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Rub the chicken with olive oil, minced garlic, dried parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake or pan-sear until cooked through (internal temperature of 74°C / 165°F) for about 15-20 minutes.
- In a pot over medium heat, melt butter and stir in cooked rotini pasta. Add cream or milk and grated parmesan; mix well until creamy and heated through.
- Serve warm by plating the sliced chicken on top of the creamy rotini with roasted veggies on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg