Description
Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken and al dente pasta in a rich, creamy sauce topped with melted mozzarella cheese. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. With just a few key ingredients and simple steps, you can create an unforgettable dining experience that will delight your taste buds and warm your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic and slicing the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Adjust thickness with additional broth if desired.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pasta mixture, stirring gently until melted. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg