Description
A delightful and easy-to-make one-pot meal, this Cheesy Chicken Pasta is a comforting dish loaded with tender chicken, creamy cheeses, and flavorful seasonings. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Pasta:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Additional Ingredients:
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 ounces short pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet, brown chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook Aromatics: Add garlic, cook until fragrant.
- Add Ingredients: Pour in broth, tomatoes, cream, and pasta. Simmer until pasta is cooked.
- Finish Dish: Stir in cheeses and spinach. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Enhance flavor with a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Variation: Try mozzarella or Monterey Jack instead of cheddar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 2 cups
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
