Description
This One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta is a quick and easy meal that the whole family will love. With tender chicken, pasta, and a creamy, cheesy sauce, it’s a comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups uncooked pasta
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet or pot, sauté the chicken until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, sauté the garlic, onion, and bell pepper until softened.
- Step 3: Add the chicken back to the skillet. Stir in the chicken broth, milk, and pasta.
- Step 4: Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook until the pasta is tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Step 5: Stir in the cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 6: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Notes:
- You can customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli.
- Feel free to use different types of cheese for a unique flavor.
- For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
