Description
A quick and mouth-watering dinner option featuring creamy pasta with cheesy goodness and succulent chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cup cooked pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by boiling your pasta according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain it and set it aside, making sure it stays warm.
- In a large skillet, pour in the olive oil and heat over medium. Add your diced chicken, generously seasoning it with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken turns a lovely golden brown, ensuring it’s cooked through.
- Next, stir in the minced garlic, allowing it to cook for another minute.
- Now, pour in the heavy cream, giving it a good stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer gently for about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded mozzarella and the grated Parmesan cheese until they’re thoroughly melted and create that creamy texture. If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water for a perfect consistency.
- Add your cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is beautifully coated with the cheesy sauce.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and a sprinkle of extra cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Using fresh and quality ingredients will elevate the dish tremendously. Consider using whole grain pasta or light cream for healthier modifications.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg