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A plate of pasta with chicken and spinach.

Italian Herb Chicken

Italian Herb Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring chicken breasts simmered in a rich butter sauce infused with fresh herbs.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Hezzi-D

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 Tablespoons salted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 shallots thinly sliced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh chives minced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh oregano minced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley minced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh basil minced
  • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 12 oz. fettuccine noodles
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  • Heat water in a large saucepan to boiling and then cook the fettuccine according to the package directions. Drain and keep hot.
  • Place 3 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet and heat over medium heat. Once the butter has melted add in the garlic and shallots. Saute for one minute.
  • Add in the chicken breasts. Sauté for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked to 160 degrees.
  • Stir in the fresh chives, oregano, parsley, basil, and remaining butter. Saute for 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes or until they begin to soften.
  • Add in the spinach and heat until the spinach just begins to wilt. Sprinkle with black pepper and remove from heat.
  • To serve place a 3 ounce portion of fettuccine on a dinner plate. Top with a chicken breast and some of the Italian Herb sauce along with tomatoes and spinach. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and top with a few fresh basil leaves. Serve hot.

Notes

A Hezzi-D original recipe