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Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta: A Cozy Family Favorite

Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta is a quick, cozy family favorite that combines chicken, pasta, and a luscious sauce, making it a delightful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 300 g Pasta Use penne, fusilli, or rigatoni for best sauce adhesion.
For the Chicken
  • 300 g Chicken Breast Cut into bite-sized pieces for quick cooking.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be substituted with vegetable oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Herbs Can substitute with mixed or fresh herbs.
  • 400 g Crushed Tomatoes 1 can.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Cheeses
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded, can substitute with Fontina or Gouda.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, can replace with Pecorino Romano.
For Garnish
  • Fresh Basil Leaves Optional substitute with parsley.
  • Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust depending on heat preference.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook for about 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and herbs, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Avoid burning.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes and simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet and add cooked pasta, tossing until well coated.
  7. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the mixture and stir until melted.
  8. Garnish with basil and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave, adding a splash of cream if needed.

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