Description
This Cheesy Chicken Pasta is a creamy and comforting dish that the whole family will love. Tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich cheese sauce come together to create a delicious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)
Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, cook chicken with seasonings until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In the same skillet, make a roux with butter and flour. Add milk and broth, then melt in cheeses until creamy.
- Combine and Serve: Add pasta and chicken back to the skillet, heat through, and garnish with parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or use pepper jack cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
