Description
Chicken mozzarella pasta is a comforting and delicious dish featuring tender chicken, creamy mozzarella, and flavorful pasta in a rich tomato sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove and let rest before slicing into strips.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Add red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet. Stir to coat with sauce.
- Add Cheese: Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted. Stir in chopped basil.
- Serve: Garnish with additional basil and parsley. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, simmer longer; for a thinner consistency, add more chicken broth. Grate cheese fresh for a smoother melt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 523 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
Keywords: Chicken Mozzarella Pasta, creamy pasta, Italian-American, comfort food