Garlic-Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies & Creamy Rotini
Garlic-Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies & Creamy Rotini is a delightful dish that perfectly combines juicy chicken, vibrant vegetables, and creamy pasta. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. The aromatic blend of garlic and herbs elevates the chicken’s flavor while the colorful roasted veggies provide a nutritious boost. With its comforting and satisfying nature, this meal is sure to impress your family or guests without requiring extensive culinary skills.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 boneless chicken breast
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced into sticks
- 1 cup baby potatoes, sliced into coins
- 1 cup cooked tricolor rotini pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp cream or milk
- Salt & pepper to taste
- A pinch of thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200C (400F).
- Toss sliced carrots and baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme on a baking tray. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Rub the chicken breast with olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake or pan-sear until fully cooked (internal temp: 74C / 165F) for about 15-20 minutes.
- In a small pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the cooked rotini pasta along with cream until creamy and well-combined.
- Serve warm on a plate with roasted veggies alongside.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg