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Cheesy Chicken Pasta


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  • Author: khaoula belabess
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Serving 1x

Description

This Cheesy Chicken Pasta is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken and pasta coated in a creamy, cheesy sauce with a hint of spice. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it’s quick to prepare and sure to please the whole family!


Ingredients

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  • 250g pasta, uncooked (around 8oz)
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 275g chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces (around 9.6 oz)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon chili sauce or sriracha
  • 130ml milk (1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon)
  • 110ml double cream (1/4 cup + 3 tablespoons)
  • 100g mozzarella cheese + extra for topping (1 cup + extra)
  • 100120ml pasta water (around 1/2 cup)

Instructions

  • Boil Pasta: Cook pasta in salted, oiled water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
  • Cook Garlic: In a pan, heat oil and add minced garlic. Cook on medium heat until golden, about 1 minute.
  • Cook Chicken: Add chicken to the pan, cooking on medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes until it turns white.
  • Season Chicken: Add salt, black pepper, red chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and oregano. Stir to coat.
  • Add Tomato Paste: Stir in sriracha and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute over medium-high heat.
  • Make Sauce: Gradually add milk and cream, stirring constantly on medium-high heat until it starts to bubble.
  • Add Cheese: Add mozzarella, stirring until melted and fully incorporated.
  • Add Pasta Water: Gradually add pasta water, stirring until the sauce is thick and creamy.
  • Combine with Pasta: Add cooked pasta, stirring to coat. Sprinkle extra cheese on top, cover, and cook on low until cheese melts.
  • Serve: Serve warm and enjoy your delicious cheesy chicken pasta!

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili sauce.
  • You can substitute the mozzarella with your favorite cheese.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg