Chicken Mozzarella Pasta: An Easy, Comforting Family Favorite
Chicken Mozzarella Pasta is a delightful, easy dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and cheesy goodness for a comforting family meal.
Equipment
- Skillet
- pot
Ingredients
Pasta and Chicken
- 300 g pasta (penne or your choice)
- 300 g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Stir in the heavy cream and let the sauce simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until creamy.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix well with the sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Stir until the cheeses have melted and the pasta is creamy and cheesy.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves. If desired, sprinkle red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- Serve hot, and enjoy your delightful Chicken Mozzarella Pasta!
Notes
This dish is versatile; feel free to add vegetables of your choice or adjust the cheese according to your preference.
Nutrition
Serving: 1plateCalories: 625kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
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