Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this Cheesy Chicken Pasta that’s easy to make and perfect for a comforting weeknight meal. Tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich cheese sauce come together in this satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
Chicken:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon garlic 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 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Sauté chicken in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then slowly add milk. Stir in cheeses until smooth.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked pasta and chicken in the cheese sauce. Heat through and serve warm. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
- Add steamed broccoli, peas, or spinach for a complete one-pan meal.
- For a spicier twist, stir in red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
