Best 15 Angel Hair Pasta And Chicken Recipes

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Angel hair pasta and chicken is a versatile and delicious dish that can be prepared in many different ways. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, there's an angel hair pasta recipe to suit your needs. With its delicate flavor and light texture, angel hair pasta pairs perfectly with chicken and a variety of sauces and vegetables.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND GARLIC



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Make and share this Angel Hair Pasta With Chicken and Garlic recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Glaucia

Categories     European

Time 30m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (1 lb) package whole wheat angel hair pasta
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
5 large garlic cloves
salt
black pepper
3 cups mozzarella cheese
1 cup parmesan cheese
grilled chicken strips

Steps:

  • Cook the past according to package directions. Drain. (I cook the pasta with salt).
  • In a large saucepan, under low heat, mix olive oil and chopped garlic, stirring constantly until garlic start browning.
  • Turn off the heat, add angle hair, toss. Add salt, if necessary, and black pepper to taste.
  • Serve with grilled chicken strips and lots of grated mozzarella and parmesan cheese on top.
  • Notes:.
  • Use extra virgin olive oil.
  • When heating the olive oil with garlic be very careful so you don't burn the garlic.

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND AVOCADO PESTO



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil, plus more to coat the skillet
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pound angel hair pasta
1 large bunch fresh basil leaves (about 3 ounces)
1/2 cup walnuts
2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled
1 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 cloves garlic

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add enough olive oil to coat the skillet. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on one side, 8 to10 minutes; flip and cook until cooked through and no longer pink, about 5 minutes more. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into strips.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a food processor, blend together the basil, walnuts, avocados, lemon juice, garlic and olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Drain the pasta into a colander. Transfer it to a large serving platter or bowl and toss with the pesto. Top with the sliced chicken. Serve immediately.

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND VEGGIES



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This is a simple, flavorful, and healthy pasta dish that I threw together one night. Served with a green salad and garlic bread, it makes a very nice presentation.

Provided by Manda

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 green peppers or 1 red pepper, sliced (or combination of both)
1 small onion, sliced
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen mixed vegetables, , broccoli, cauliflower, and carrot (, broccoli, cauliflower, and carrot)
4 -5 cloves garlic, minced
12 ounces angel hair pasta
3/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
salt and pepper
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 1 Tbsp.
  • oil in medium skillet over medium heat; add chicken.
  • Cook, stirring, until chicken is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove from skillet and drain on paper towel.
  • Begin heating water for pasta.
  • Heat remaining oil in same skillet and add onion and green pepper.
  • Cook for about 3 minutes.
  • Add frozen vegetables and garlic.
  • Cook, stirring, for 5-7 minutes.
  • Cook pasta according to package.
  • While pasta is cooking, add chicken broth, basil, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese to skillet and stir to combine.
  • Return chicken to skillet; reduce heat and simmer for 4 minutes.
  • Drain pasta and place in large serving bowl.
  • Top with chicken and vegetable mixture and serve immediately, with extra parmesan cheese for sprinkling.

CHICKEN WITH ARTICHOKES AND ANGEL HAIR PASTA



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Make and share this Chicken With Artichokes and Angel Hair Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lecole54

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

coarse salt, to taste
ground pepper, to taste
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
8 chicken cutlets, thick, about 1-1/2 pounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, packed in water, rinsed, drained, and quartered
2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces angel hair pasta
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Set a large pot of salted water to boil. Place flour in a shallow dish, and season with salt and pepper. Dredge cutlets, shaking off excess. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Cook chicken in batches, adding remaining oil as needed, until light golden, 1-3 minutes per side; transfer to a dish.
  • Add broth to skillet, and bring to a boil; cook until reduced by half. Add artichokes, capers, parsley, and the chicken with any juices. Gently swirl to combine, and bring just to a boil. Remove skillet from heat. Swirl in butter and cover to keep warm.
  • Add pasta to boiling water. Cook until al dente; drain. Serve chicken and sauce over pasta, topped with pasta.

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH PEPPERS AND CHICKEN



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Great dish with wonderful color and texture; just don't overcook the peppers!

Provided by Jill M.

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 large red bell pepper, julienned
¾ (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
1 cup sugar snap pea pods
6 thick slices smoked deli chicken
1 tablespoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch salt
1 cup chicken broth
2 (8 ounce) packages angel hair pasta

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil to medium high heat. Add the garlic, bell pepper, water chestnuts and pea pods. Reduce heat to medium low and cover. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Cut chicken into strips, approximately 1/4 inch wide. Add the chicken, onion powder, ground black pepper and salt to the skillet. Cover and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • In a separate small saucepan, heat the chicken broth to a near boil. Pour the hot broth into the vegetable/chicken skillet. Toss and serve mixture over cooked angel hair pasta immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 368.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

CHICKEN WITH ZUCCHINI AND PESTO OVER ANGEL HAIR PASTA



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This is a delicious dinner recipe your family is going to love. The stir-fry of Italian seasoned vegetables and chicken tastes fresh and flavorful with the angel hair pasta. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese starts to melt over the pasta - kind of tastes like a softly salted sprinkle. Simply delightful!

Provided by Linda Knowles

Categories     Pasta

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 zucchini, quartered and sliced
1 oz onion, diced
3 clove garlic, minced
olive oil
2 tsp Italian seasoning, or to taste
1 can(s) diced tomatoes, 14 oz.
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 lb angel hair pasta
1 jar(s) pesto sauce, 8 oz.
grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Put a small amount of olive oil in a large frying pan. Heat pan to medium-high and add chicken. Saute until almost done, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • 2. Add onion and zucchini and cook for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • 3. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • 4. Add tomatoes with liquid and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  • 5. Taste. Add salt and pepper if needed.
  • 6. While chicken mixture is cooking, bring 8 cups of salted water to a boil.
  • 7. Add pasta and cook according to package directions (usually 7 to 9 minutes).
  • 8. When done, drain and put in a large bowl. Add pesto.
  • 9. Toss.
  • 10. To serve, put pasta on plates and spoon chicken mixture over top.
  • 11. Grate fresh Parmesan cheese over top. Serve immediately.

GRILLED CHICKEN AND SQUASH WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA



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Categories     Chicken     Vegetable     Christmas     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Backyard BBQ     New Year's Eve     Dinner     Healthy     Vegan     Kosher for Passover

Yield 5-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 large zuchinni
2 large yellow squash
2 eggplants
4 pieces of chicken
4 cloves of garlic
1 package of Angel Hair Pasta
14 oz chicken broth
Kosher Salt
Pepper
Olive Oil
Vegetarian/ Vegan Substitutes:
14 oz vegetable broth in place of 14 oz chicken broth
Omit chicken
K for P and Gluten-Free Substitutes:
1 package quinoa pasta
4 glatt kosher chicken breasts
14 oz kosher chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preparation (20 minutes): 1. Fill a large pot with water, a dash of olive oil, and salt. Bring to a boil. 2. Heat grill to 350 ºF (176 ºC) 3. Peel and mince 2 garlic cloves and set aside. 4. Season the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, and chopped garlic. Set the chicken aside for about 20 minutes to absorb flavors. 5. Cut zucchini, yellow squash, and eggplants in lengthwise halves or quarters and season with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Cooking (15 minutes): 6.Place chicken, zucchini, yellow squash, and eggplant on the grill. Cook for 2 minutes on each side. 8. Remove the chicken and veggies from the grill and chop into thick, chunky pieces. Set aside and cover. 9. Add broth to a gigantic mixing bowl. 10. Add pasta to boiling water and cook for 4-5 minutes. Drain and add to mixing bowl full of chicken broth. Cover, set aside, and let it cool slightly. 11. In a large sautee pan, sautee remaining garlic until aromatic. Add vegetables, chicken, and pasta and season with pepper and olive oil. 12. Mix, serve, and enjoy * Note: make sure pasta has absorbed the broth before adding to the veggies and chicken. It's there for flavor!

CROCK POT CHICKEN AND ANGEL HAIR PASTA



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Make and share this Crock Pot Chicken and Angel Hair Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope onion soup mix
3 cups water
1 tablespoon minced garlic
8 ounces fresh sliced mushrooms
1 (8 ounce) container fat, free or 1 (8 ounce) container regular sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped chives
8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta

Steps:

  • Spray crock pot with Pam.
  • Mix chicken, onion soup mix, water, garlic, mushrooms, sour cream and chives in crockpot.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours.
  • Add pasta the last 10 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593.9, Fat 39.8, SaturatedFat 19.2, Cholesterol 85.4, Sodium 533.6, Carbohydrate 33.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 24.2

ROTEL CHICKEN AND ANGEL HAIR PASTA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Rotel Chicken and Angel Hair Pasta Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Karie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 chicken breasts
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup mushroom, sliced
1/2 cup butter
8 ounces Velveeta cheese
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes
7 ounces angel hair pasta
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Boil chicken breast, reserve broth water. Cool and cut up. In reserved broth, cook pasta, reserve 3/4 of broth water for later. Drain. Saute pepper, onion, and mushrooms in butter. When tender, add velveta until melted. Add rotel tomatoes, chicken and worcestershire sauce. Stir until mixed.
  • In a 9 x 13 baking dish, place noodles on bottom. Top with sauce and 3/4 cup of broth.
  • Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND VEGGIES



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Another kid friendly recipe that is loaded with flavor!

Provided by S S

Categories     Pasta

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 Tbsp olive oil
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 pkg (10 oz) package frozen broccoli (thawed)
2 clove garlic (minced)
1 pkg (12 oz) package angel hair pasta
1/4 c fresh parmesan cheese
3 large carrots (sliced)
2/3 c chicken broth
1 tsp dried basil

Steps:

  • 1. Heat 1 Tbl oil in skillet and cook chicken pieces. Once cooked, set aside.
  • 2. Heat remaining oil, add carrots and cook for 4 minutes. Then add broccoli and minced garlic and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • 3. Add cooked chicken pieces, chicken broth, basil and parmesan cheese to vegetable mix and stir and simmer for 4 minutes.
  • 4. Cook pasta according to directions on package and drain.
  • 5. Top noodles with chicken and veggie mix.
  • 6. *If mixture is too dry, you can always add more chicken broth.

ANGEL HAIR PASTA AND CHICKEN WITH PESTO SAUCE



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I serve with Tossed or Cesar salad. Enjoy this quick, easy, healthy and delicious dinner for 4. You can double the recipe for a larger group.

Provided by Liz Owen

Categories     Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 pkg angel hair pasta 16 oz pkg
1 pkg knorr pesto sauce
1 pkg tyson grilled chicken strips (precooked)
1 tsp fresh garlic
1/4 tsp dry basil
1/4 tsp dry thyme
1/4 tsp dry rosemary
1/2 c grape tomatoes cut in half
1/4 c chopped fresh spinach
2 Tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Follow cooking directions on Knorr Pesto Sauce Package. In a medium skillet on medium to low heat, add in the Olive Oil, Garlic, spices and chicken. Cook together until hot and the spices have blended together with the chicken, about 5 to 10 minutes. Follow cooking directions on Angel Hair Pasta.
  • 2. Once pasta is ready, drained and back in the pan, add the Tomatoes, Chopped Spinach, Chicken mix then pour the sauce over all and toss together over low heat approx 2 to 3 minutes.

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH LEMON AND CHICKEN



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The fresh flavor burst of lemon perfectly accents the chicken and angel hair pasta in this quick and easy dish. Serve with a generous topping of Parmesan cheese and a tossed green salad.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (9 ounce) package buitonil refrigerated angel hair pasta
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 teaspoon crushed dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups cooked diced chicken

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Toss pasta with butter, lemon juice, parsley, marjoram and garlic powder; add chicken. Season with salt and ground black pepper.

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND SPINACH



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This is a quick and easy dish that the kids will love!

Provided by Tonya Tynes

Categories     Pasta

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb raw chicken, cut in cubes
3/4 c chopped onions
2 large cloves garlic, chopped
1 - 14 oz can reduced sodium chicken broth
8 oz dried angel hair pasta, broken in half
1 - 9 oz package of prewashed spinach
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/3 c whipping cream
2 tsp olive oil
1/4 c water

Steps:

  • 1. In a 4 quart Dutch oven, cook chicken, onions and garlic in hot oil over medium-high heat until chicken browned and onion is tender.
  • 2. Add broth and water to Dutch oven; bring to boiling.
  • 3. Add pasta; cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • 4. Add spinach and pepper; cook about 1 minute more or until spinach wilts.
  • 5. Stir in cream.

GRILLED CHICKEN AND ANGEL HAIR PASTA



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An excellent main dish, especially for chicken lovers!

Provided by Laura Branson

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 ounces angel hair pasta
2 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and chopped
1 cup pesto
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ounce toasted almonds

Steps:

  • Cook angel hair pasta in boiling water until al dente. Drain.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat saute minced garlic in olive oil. Add chopped chicken, cooked and drained pasta, pesto sauce, and mix well.
  • Top with toasted almonds. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 40.8 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 435 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

ANGEL HAIR PASTA AND CHICKEN



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This a great colorful pasta and chicken dish served with garlic bread and a tossed salad.

Provided by Marian Arbour

Categories     Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 large carrot sliced 1/4 inch cut diagonally
3 clove minced garlic
12 grape tomatoes cut in half
1 c sliced water chestnuts {optional}
12 oz angel hair pasta
2/3 c chicken broth, condensed
1 oz 10 ounce frozen broccoli florets, thawed
1 Tbsp fresh chopped basil
1 c grated fresh parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cut chicken into 1 to 1 1/2 inch pieces..heat 1 tbsp oil in skillet add chicken and cook or 15 minutes til light golden remove from skillet and drain on paper towel.
  • 2. Heat remaining oil in pan add carrots stirring for 5 minutes,,meanwhile heat water in large pot and cook pasta according to package directions..add broccoli, garlic, basil and chestnuts, cook stirring for 4 minutes add chicken broth to skillet return chicken to skillet reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes.add tomatoes and cook just til heated about 2minutes.
  • 3. Drain pasta place in a large serving bowl top with chicken and other ingredients..sprinkle with parmesan cheese to serve.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for ripe vegetables, tender chicken, and flavorful cheese.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This means cooking the pasta until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chicken, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to stick to the pan.
  • Season the chicken well: Before cooking the chicken, season it generously with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices. This will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really brings the dish together. Make sure to use a flavorful sauce that complements the chicken and pasta. A simple tomato sauce or a creamy Alfredo sauce are both good options.
  • Garnish the dish: Before serving, garnish the dish with fresh herbs, grated Parmesan cheese, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. This will add a pop of color and flavor to the dish.

Conclusion:

Angel hair pasta and chicken is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this angel hair pasta and chicken recipe a try.

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