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Creamy Chicken Tagliatelle
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Creamy Chicken Tagliatelle
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Creamy Chicken Tagliatelle

Indulge in a rich and creamy chicken tagliatelle, a delightful Italian-inspired pasta dish that brings together tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, aromatic garlic and onion, all coated in a luxurious heavy cream sauce. Finished with a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, this dish is a perfect comforting meal for any occasion, ready in under an hour.
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#Quick meal
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Plated creamy chicken tagliatelle
Plated creamy chicken tagliatelle

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
40m
Total Time
3
Servings
Medium
Italian
Arabic
Nutrition (per serving)
800
Calories
49g
Protein
56g
Carbs
43g
Fat
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Close-up of the finished dish

Ingredients

  • Tagliatelle
    (or any preferred pasta)

    200 g
  • Chicken breast
    (cut into bite-sized pieces)

    300 g
  • Olive oil
    (divided)

    2 tablespoons
  • Salt
    (for chicken, pasta water, and sauce)

    to taste
  • Black pepper
    (for chicken and sauce)

    to taste
  • Garlic powder
    (for chicken seasoning)

    1 teaspoon
  • Paprika
    (for chicken seasoning)

    1 teaspoon
  • Aromatic herbs
    (e.g., Italian seasoning, for chicken)

    1 teaspoon
  • Small onion
    (half, finely chopped)

    0.5 medium
  • Garlic cloves
    (minced)

    3 cloves
  • Mushrooms
    (sliced)

    200 g
  • Pasta water
    (reserved from cooking pasta)

    1 cup
  • Heavy cream

    250 ml
  • Mozzarella cheese
    (shredded)

    50 g
  • Parmesan cheese
    (grated, plus more for serving)

    30 g
Servings: 3
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Serving of chicken pasta
Serving of chicken pasta

Instructions

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  • 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tagliatelle and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
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    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tagliatelle and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
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    Cooking the pasta while preparing other components saves time. Ensure water is well salted for flavor.
  • 2

    While the pasta cooks, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season the chicken generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and aromatic herbs.
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    While the pasta cooks, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season the chicken generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and aromatic herbs.
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    Seasoning chicken well ensures a flavorful dish. Don't be shy with the spices.
  • 3

    Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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    Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
    7m

    Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure chicken browns properly. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • 4

    Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet (add more if needed). Add the chopped half onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened and translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
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    Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet (add more if needed). Add the chopped half onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened and translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
    4m

    Cooking aromatics gently builds a strong flavor base for the sauce.
  • 5

    Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they have softened and released their liquid, then started to brown.
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    Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they have softened and released their liquid, then started to brown.
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    Allowing mushrooms to brown adds depth of flavor. Don't stir too frequently at first.
  • 6

    Return the cooked chicken pieces to the pan with the sautéed onions, garlic, and mushrooms.
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    Return the cooked chicken pieces to the pan with the sautéed onions, garlic, and mushrooms.
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    Ensure all ingredients are well combined before adding liquid.
  • 7

    Pour in the heavy cream and the reserved 1 cup of pasta water. Stir well and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
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    Pour in the heavy cream and the reserved 1 cup of pasta water. Stir well and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
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    Pasta water contains starch, which helps to emulsify and thicken the sauce, making it extra creamy.
  • 8

    Add the drained tagliatelle to the simmering sauce. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
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    Add the drained tagliatelle to the simmering sauce. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
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    Use tongs to easily coat the pasta in the sauce.
  • 9

    Stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more pasta water.
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    Stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more pasta water.
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    Adding cheese at the end prevents it from becoming stringy or greasy.
  • 10

    Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.
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    Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.
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    This dish is best enjoyed fresh off the stove.
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