Cheesy Chicken Pasta

Name: Cheesy Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 400 grams Chicken Breast (Cut into bite-sized pieces); 250 grams Pasta (Penne, fusilli, or any short pasta); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 cloves Garlic (Minced); 150 grams Cream Cheese (Full-fat or light); 100 grams Shredded Cheese (Cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend); 1 teaspoon Salt (To taste); 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (To taste); 1 teaspoon Paprika (Optional, for color and flavor); 0.5 cup Pasta Water (Reserved from cooking pasta); 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (Chopped, for garnish)

A delicious, simple, and quick cheesy chicken pasta recipe. Perfect for a fast dinner idea, offering comfort and great flavors with minimal effort.

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Cooking Chicken Pieces

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

European

German

Nutrition (per serving)

600

Calories

35g

Protein

45g

Carbs

30g

Fat

Creamy Sauce Forming

Ingredients

Servings: 3

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pasta Mixed with Sauce

Instructions

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Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about half a cup of pasta water before draining.
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about half a cup of pasta water before draining.
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Ensure not to overcook the pasta, as it will be further combined with the sauce.
2
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Do not overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.
3
Add minced garlic to the pan with the cooked chicken and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add minced garlic to the pan with the cooked chicken and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can turn bitter quickly.
4
Stir in the cream cheese until it melts and forms a smooth sauce. Add the shredded cheese and mix until it's fully melted and incorporated, creating a creamy, cheesy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
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Stir in the cream cheese until it melts and forms a smooth sauce. Add the shredded cheese and mix until it's fully melted and incorporated, creating a creamy, cheesy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
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Adding pasta water gradually helps achieve the perfect sauce consistency and helps it cling to the pasta.
5
Add the drained cooked pasta to the pan with the chicken and cheesy sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated.
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Add the drained cooked pasta to the pan with the chicken and cheesy sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated.
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Ensure all the pasta is well-coated with the sauce for maximum flavor.
6
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
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Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
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Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and a fresh, herbaceous note.