Description
Cheesy Chicken Pasta
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
For the Pasta:
1 lb pasta (rotini or any pasta of choice)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt to taste
For the Sauce:
1 tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Cook the Chicken:
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden brown. Let rest, then shred the chicken using two forks.
Cook the Pasta:
Boil the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
Make the Sauce:
In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes. Stir in shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine:
Add the cooked pasta and shredded chicken to the sauce. Toss until the pasta is coated in the creamy sauce and chicken is evenly distributed.
Serve:
Serve hot, garnished with additional mozzarella or Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of parsley if desired.
This creamy, cheesy chicken pasta is the perfect comfort food! Enjoy each gooey, cheesy bite!
