Description
A delicious and creamy cheesy chicken pasta recipe that is sure to delight your taste buds with its rich flavors and comforting texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the cheesy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
- Adjust the cheese quantities based on your preference for cheesiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Comfort Food