Lightened Up Chicken Parm Pasta

Who doesn't love Chicken Parmesan right? Well I have taken some liberties and am using the spirit of chicken parm - chicken, pasta and cheese, to make my version. I am not however breading and frying the chicken - read below for my take on Chicken Parm!

Lightened Up Chicken Parm Pasta: Serves 4

2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
8oz Basil Pasta or Regular Pasta
1.5tsp Olive Oil
15oz Tomato Sauce
2TB Tomato Paste
1C Cherry Tomatoes - Halved
1tsp Dried Basil (1TB Fresh)
1tsp Dried Oregano (1TB Fresh)
3 Garlic Cloves - Minced
Salt & Pepper
1/2C Parmesan Cheese - Shredded

In a sauce pan mix tomato sauce, tomato paste, tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano salt and pepper, bring to a simmer. Keep at a low simmer until the remaining items are ready.

Bring a pot of salted water to boil and cook pasta until Al Dente. Drain and return to the pan. For this recipe I used my homemade Basil Pasta, but if you don't feel like making pasta you can always use your own favorite boxed pasta.

While the pasta is cooking slice the chicken into bite size pieces and salt & pepper. In a large saute pan heat the olive oil over medium heat with 2 cloves of garlic. Once the garlic has turned fragrant add the chicken and cook for 4-6 minutes until cooked through (times will vary depending on the thickness of your pieces). Remove from the pan and set to the side.

Now that all the important parts are ready it is time to assemble. Add the tomato sauce to the pasta and stir to incorporate. Add the chicken and remove from the heat, separate to bowls and top with Parmesan cheese and enjoy!

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WW: 10 Points Plus / serving