CREAMY CHICKEN MOZZARELLA PASTA
Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta is a delicious Italian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken, gooey mozzarella, and perfectly cooked pasta. Its rich, velvety sauce makes it a crowd-pleaser, ideal for family dinners or special occasions.
🍽️ Ingredients
- Penne pasta (or your favorite pasta) – 12 oz (340 g)
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts – 1 lb (450 g), cut into bite-sized pieces
- Shredded mozzarella cheese – 2 cups (200 g)
- Heavy cream – 1 cup (240 ml)
- Butter – 2 tbsp
- Garlic, minced – 2 cloves
- Dried basil – 1 tsp
- Dried oregano – 1 tsp
- Red pepper flakes (optional) – ½ tsp
- Salt and pepper – to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped – for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, basil, and oregano. Cook until golden and fully cooked.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Lower heat, add heavy cream, and stir with chicken for 2 minutes. Gradually mix in mozzarella until melted and thickened.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy chicken mixture until well-coated.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serving Suggestion: Pair with a crisp garden salad or warm garlic bread to enjoy every bit of the creamy sauce.
