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Chicken Mince Pasta

A quick and delicious chicken mince pasta recipe that's perfect for busy evenings, featuring rich flavors and easy preparation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 400 g fresh organic chicken mince
  • 300 g rigatoni pasta (or your favorite pasta shape)
Sauce and Condiments
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 400 g canned organic diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons concentrated tomato paste
  • 1 cup organic chicken stock
  • ¼ cup heavy cream (optional for richness)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken mince, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until thoroughly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in garlic, onion, mushrooms, and zucchini. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften.
  3. Mix in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken stock, and red pepper flakes. Let simmer gently for about 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to slightly reduce.
  4. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about ½ cup pasta water before draining.
  5. Add pasta directly to the sauce, mixing gently. If needed, add reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency. Stir in heavy cream (if using) and fresh basil. Cook briefly and finish with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

For variations, consider a dairy-free option with coconut cream, gluten-free pasta, or adding extra veggies like spinach. Serve with garlic herb focaccia or arugula salad for a complete meal.