1poundfrozen breaded boneless skinless chicken breast
2cansdiced fire-roasted tomatoes
1tablespoonolive oil
6garlic clovesminced
1teaspoonminced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried
1/8-1/4teaspoonred pepper flakes
salt and pepper
2cupswater
1 ½cupslow-sodium chicken broth
12ouncespenne
4ouncesshredded Italian cheese blend1 cup
¼cupchopped fresh basil
Instructions
Bake the chicken according to package instructions. Let cool slightly and slice crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 375/190°C.
Meanwhile, pulse the tomatoes in a food processor until coarsely ground and no large pieces remain, about 12 pulses. Cook oil, garlic, oregano, pepper flakes, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in 12-inch ovensafe skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in processed tomatoes, water, 1 cup broth, and pasta. Cover and cook at vigorous simmer, stirring often, until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes.
Stir in remaining 1/2 cup broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Scatter sliced chicken evenly over top and sprinkle with cheese. Transfer skillet to oven and bake until cheese has melted and chicken is crisp, 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle with basil and serve.