30-Minute Family-Friendly Pasta Dish
A quick and delicious pasta dish packed with veggies and protein, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta or any pasta of your choice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium bell pepper diced, any color
- 1 medium zucchini diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounces, with juices
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or to taste
- 1 cup cooked chicken shredded, optional
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese for serving
- salt to taste salt for seasoning
- pepper to taste pepper for seasoning
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
- Pour in the can of diced tomatoes along with their juices and sprinkle in the Italian seasoning. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the skillet along with the cooked chicken if using. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
This dish can be customized with any seasonal vegetables you have on hand. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.