Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Chicken Mozzarella Pasta, a creamy Italian dish that combines tender chicken and gooey mozzarella in a luscious tomato-cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this one-pot wonder is not only quick to prepare but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove chicken from skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes; stir to combine.
- Mix in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream; bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken and pasta to skillet; toss to coat with sauce.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted; cook for another few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate spinach or bell peppers into the dish. Substitute mozzarella with provolone or cheddar for a different flavor profile.