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Chicken Mozzarella Pasta Recipe Easy Creamy Dinner Idea

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A comforting, creamy pasta dish with tender chicken, gooey mozzarella, and a garlic-tomato base that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, fresh or shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 12 ounces pasta (penne, rigatoni, or any short pasta)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add another drizzle of olive oil if needed. Toss in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until they soften and release their juices.
  4. Reduce heat to low and pour in heavy cream. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until they melt into a creamy sauce.
  5. Return cooked chicken to the skillet, followed by drained pasta. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

[‘Reserve pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.’, ‘Use fresh mozzarella for the ultimate creamy texture.’, ‘Avoid boiling the cream to prevent curdling.’]

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Keywords: Chicken Mozzarella Pasta, Creamy Pasta, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food, Italian Recipe

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