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Avocado Pasta With Chicken Recipe

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This creamy Avocado Pasta with Chicken is a quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned and pan-cooked to perfection, then combined with al dente penne pasta and a luscious avocado-based sauce infused with garlic, lemon, and fresh basil. The recipe is enhanced with optional cherry tomatoes and a hint of crushed red pepper for a touch of heat, creating a savory, healthy, and satisfying dish ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Pasta

  • 12 oz penne pasta (or other pasta, see Notes)

Avocado Sauce

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice (plus zest if desired)
  • ¼ cup fresh basil (or parsley)
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Additional

  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper. Rub this seasoning evenly over the chicken breasts for a flavorful crust.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 6 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat and set aside to rest.
  3. Slice the Chicken: Once rested, slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside for later.
  4. Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and keep warm.
  5. Prepare the Avocado Sauce: Scoop out the flesh of the ripe avocados and place into a blender or food processor. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, fresh basil, crushed red pepper (if using), salt, and ground black pepper.
  6. Blend the Sauce: Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a small amount of water to reach the desired consistency.
  7. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the hot cooked pasta, sliced chicken strips, halved cherry tomatoes (if using), and the avocado sauce.
  8. Toss and Serve: Toss all the ingredients together until the pasta and chicken are evenly coated with the creamy avocado sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, healthy meal!

Notes

  • You can substitute penne with any pasta shape like fusilli, rigatoni, or farfalle based on your preference.
  • If you prefer a vegan or vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add roasted vegetables or chickpeas instead.
  • For extra tanginess, add lemon zest along with the lemon juice in the avocado sauce.
  • This dish is best served fresh as avocado sauce can brown upon sitting.

Find it online: https://marthatasty.com/avocado-pasta-with-chicken-recipe/