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Easy Chicken Pasta Primavera

A Quick and Healthy Dinner for Busy Days

Chicken Pasta Primavera is a tasty and healthy dinner that’s great for busy nights. It’s easy to make and full of colorful vegetables, pasta, and tender chicken. The creamy sauce ties everything together and makes it super delicious.

Ingredients You Need

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper (as you like)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Pasta and Vegetables:

• 8 oz of any pasta (rotini is a good choice)
• 1 cup broccoli
• 1 cup bell peppers (cut in slices)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
• 1 cup zucchini (sliced)
• 1 cup asparagus (cut into small pieces)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

For the Sauce:

• ¼ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup pasta water (save this before draining pasta)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

How to Make It

1. Cook the Pasta

• Boil water in a big pot and add some salt.
• Cook the pasta until it’s soft but still a little firm (“al dente”).
• Save ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain the rest.

2. Cook the Chicken

• Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
• Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan.
• Cook the chicken on both sides until it’s golden and fully cooked (about 6–7 minutes per side).
• Remove it and let it rest before cutting into slices.

3. Cook the Vegetables

• In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
• Add broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini, and asparagus.
• Add Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes.
• Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 more minutes.

4. Make the Sauce and Combine

• Add the cooked pasta to the vegetables in the pan.
• Pour in the heavy cream and saved pasta water. Mix everything.
• Add Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce is creamy.

5. Serve

• Put the sliced chicken on top of the pasta.
• Add extra Parmesan cheese if you like.
• Serve hot and enjoy!

Why You’ll Love This Dish

• It’s quick and easy—ready in about 30 minutes.
• You get protein, veggies, and carbs all in one meal.
• It’s very colorful and full of flavor.
• You can change the vegetables or pasta to whatever you like or have at home.

Health Benefits

This dish is not just tasty—it’s also good for you!

Vegetables:

• Broccoli: Full of vitamin C and fiber.
• Bell Peppers: Good for your immune system.
• Tomatoes: Have lycopene, great for your heart.
• Zucchini: Low in calories and full of water.
• Asparagus: Rich in vitamins and fiber.

Chicken:

• Chicken is a great source of lean protein—good for muscles and energy.

Sauce:

• The creamy sauce is made with Parmesan and cream, giving a rich, cheesy flavor that ties everything together.

Make It Your Way

• Gluten-Free? Use gluten-free pasta.
• Vegetarian or Vegan? Skip the chicken and use coconut cream or almond milk instead of cream. You can also use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
• Add more veggies! Try spinach, peas, or mushrooms.

• Serve it with garlic bread or a fresh salad.
• Add some fresh basil, parsley, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for more flavor.
• A little lemon juice makes it fresh and bright!

Final Thought

Easy Chicken Pasta Primavera is a perfect dinner when you want something healthy, tasty, and fast. It’s great for families, meal prep, or even just for yourself. You can make it your own by changing up the ingredients. Best of all—it tastes amazing!