Easy Chicken & Thyme Pasta Recipe for a Flavorful Weeknight Dinner

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Chicken & Thyme Pasta

Ingredients

- 2 lbs chicken breast, chopped

- 1 onion, roughly chopped (big squares)

- 2 bell peppers, roughly chopped (big squares)

- 6–8 cloves fresh minced garlic

- 1 bunch fresh thyme

- 2 large cans crushed tomatoes

- ½ can water

- 1–2 tbsp tomato paste (optional)

- Onion powder

- Garlic powder

- Minced onion

- Salt & pepper

- Pasta of choice

Instructions

1. Boil pasta according to package directions.

2. In a large pan, cook chopped chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pan, cook onions and bell peppers until softened.

4. Add garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.

5. Add chicken back to the pan along with the tomato paste. Stir well.

6. Pour in crushed tomatoes and ½ can water.

7. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, minced onion, salt, and pepper.

8. Add the whole bunch of thyme, cover, and simmer for 20–30 minutes.

9. Remove the thyme stems and serve sauce over pasta. #easydinner #chickenpasta #budgetmeals #pasta #foodtok

3/15 Edited to

I recently tried making this chicken and thyme pasta recipe, and it quickly became a favorite for easy weeknight dinners. One of the things I love about this dish is how the fresh thyme adds a subtle, aromatic flavor that elevates the tomato-based sauce. When preparing the recipe, I found that using large chunks of onion and bell peppers helps retain a nice texture in the sauce, making every bite enjoyable. I also recommend fresh mincing your garlic instead of pre-minced for a more robust flavor. Simmering the sauce for 20 to 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld beautifully, especially with the crushed tomatoes and optional tomato paste, which adds depth and richness. For an extra touch, I sometimes add a splash of red wine or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes during the simmering stage to bring complexity to the dish. Pairing this sauce with your favorite pasta, whether penne, fusilli, or spaghetti, works wonderfully. I like to cook the pasta al dente so it holds up nicely under the hearty sauce. This recipe is also convenient for meal prepping because it stores well and tastes even better the next day. The protein from the chicken and the fresh herbs make it a wholesome and satisfying meal. Overall, this chicken and thyme pasta recipe is versatile, flavorful, and budget-friendly—ideal for anyone looking for an easy yet impressive home-cooked meal.

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