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Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta for Cozy Nights In

Indulge in this Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta, a comforting dish perfect for any 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: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 300 g pasta (penne or your choice) Feel free to swap in fusilli, rigatoni, or farfalle.
For the Chicken
  • 300 g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces Use cooked shrimp or omit for vegetarian.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Any neutral oil will work.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Substitute with garlic powder (about 1 teaspoon).
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs Fresh herbs like basil or oregano work too.
  • 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes Substitute with pureed fresh tomatoes.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Use half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust based on personal preference.
For the Cheeses
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Substitute with fontina or gouda if desired.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Can be omitted or use nutritional yeast.
For the Garnish
  • fresh basil leaves Parsley can work as a substitute.
  • red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust based on your heat preference.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta for 9-11 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and herbs. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet and stir to coat.
  7. Toss the drained pasta with the sauce in the skillet.
  8. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the pasta, stirring until melted.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil and red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 85gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a busy week, prepare ingredients ahead of time for a quick cook.

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