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Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta: A Comforting 30-Minute Delight

This Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta is a delicious and quick dinner option that blends tender chicken, gooey mozzarella, and a rich tomato cream sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (penne, fusilli, or rigatoni) For optimal sauce adherence
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Cut into bite-size pieces
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Herbs Substitute with mixed or fresh herbs if available
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes Use one 400g can
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can replace with half-and-half for a lighter version
  • to taste Salt & Pepper For seasoning
For the Cheeses
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded is best; can use Fontina or Gouda
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; can replace with Pecorino Romano
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Can use parsley as a substitute
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for about 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté chicken in a large skillet with olive oil for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add crushed tomatoes to the skillet and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Return cooked chicken and add pasta, stirring until evenly coated.
  7. Add mozzarella and Parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy.
  8. Garnish with basil and red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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