Garlic Herb Chicken & Veg Pasta (Print View)

Roasted garlic-herb chicken tossed with seasonal vegetables and penne in an aromatic light sauce. Ready in 50 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried
06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
10 - 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
11 - 1 small red onion, sliced
12 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - 1 cup broccoli florets

→ Pasta

14 - 12 ounces penne pasta
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
16 - ¼ cup reserved pasta water

→ Finish

17 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
18 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
19 - Zest of 1 lemon, optional
20 - Extra salt and pepper to taste

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine chicken breasts with olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
03 - Place chicken on one side of the prepared tray. Arrange bell pepper, zucchini, onion, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli on the other side. Drizzle vegetables with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and spread in a single layer.
04 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, until chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender. Remove from oven and let chicken rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
05 - Meanwhile, cook penne in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water, then drain.
06 - In a large skillet over medium heat, combine cooked pasta, roasted vegetables, sliced chicken, and reserved pasta water. Toss gently to combine and heat through.
07 - Stir in Parmesan, fresh parsley, and lemon zest if using. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
08 - Transfer to serving dishes immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasted vegetables develop a sweetness that balances perfectly with the savory herbs
  • Everything cooks on one pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
  • The pasta water creates a silky light sauce without needing heavy cream
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the baking tray or the vegetables will steam instead of roast
  • The pasta water is essential for creating a light sauce that clings to every piece
  • Letting the chicken rest prevents all those delicious juices from running out onto the cutting board
03 -
  • Cut all vegetables to similar sizes so they finish roasting at the same time
  • Use a microplane for the lemon zest to avoid bitter white pith
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