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Cheesy Chicken Pasta

A rich and creamy pasta dish made with tender seasoned chicken and a smooth, cheesy sauce — perfect for an easy and comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 chicken breasts diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
  2. Season and cook chicken in olive oil until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. Melt butter, sauté garlic, and whisk in flour to form a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in milk and cream. Simmer until thickened.
  5. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and smooth.
  6. Add chicken and pasta to sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For extra creaminess, use freshly grated cheese and reserve pasta water to adjust consistency.