Bowtie Pasta with Fresh Tomato and Basil

Bowtie Pasta with Fresh Tomato and Basil

This sounds really good! But I will add an optional ingredient of cooked shredded chicken. On my to try list.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 500 grams bowtie pasta, OR any bite size pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed and minced
  • 4 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 large yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
  • 1-1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped, optional

Instructions
 

  • First, cook the pasta according to the package directions until the pasta is tender. Drain the pasta in a colander and then set it aside for just a couple of minutes while you prepare the rest of the dish.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large non stick skillet over medium high heat. Add the garlic and cook 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and yellow pepper to the pan and cook an additional 6-7 minutes or until the peppers are tender.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the pasta, tomato mixture, basil, pepper, salt, and cooked chicken if using that. Lightly mix the ingredients using a large spoon. Then, gently stir in the mozzarella cheese until the cheese begins to melt and becomes very flavorful. Serve with a green salad.

Notes

Easily under $1 per serving, even with the chicken.
Adapted from an internet recipe.

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