Easy Orecchiette with Ground Chicken Tomato Sauce

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This easy orecchiette with ground chicken tomato sauce recipe is a delicious and simple dish that can be made in no time. The combination of tender orecchiette pasta and flavorful ground chicken tomato sauce creates a satisfying meal for any day of the week. The sauce is made with aromatic herbs, garlic, and a rich tomato base, providing a burst of flavors. With just a few ingredients and minimal cooking time, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you're craving a comforting Italian-inspired dinner.

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Easy orecchiette with ground chicken tomato sauce recipe details

Easy orecchiette with ground chicken tomato sauce recipe, recipe Rating: 4.9
Number of votes:135

Ground chicken instead of ground beef. For your health, pal.
Ready in: 30 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (28 ounce) cans peeled tomatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 pound dry orecchiette pasta (one box)

Preparation method

Prep: 5 mins | Cook: 25 mins

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in skillet. Brown chicken in skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat. Set aside.
2. Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a medium saucepan on medium-high heat.
3. When the oil is hot, add the onions and garlic. Cook until the onions start to get soft (but before they get brown), about five minutes.
4. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mash up the whole tomatoes into smaller chunks.
5. Keep heating sauce until it starts to bubble (a.k.a. simmer), then turn the heat to low, and simmer uncovered. After 20 minutes, add the reserved chicken, then simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. For the orecchiette: A good time to start boiling the water is just before you add the tomatoes to the sauce. Fill a large pot with water. Bring to a boil, and cook for the time directed on the pasta box.
7. When the orecchiette is cooked, drain it and put it in a large bowl. Add the sauce. Serve!