Cheesy Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Cheesy Chicken Pasta Recipe, a delightful dish that wraps you in creamy goodness with every bite. Featuring tender chicken and perfectly cooked short pasta enveloped in a rich cheese sauce, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between quick weeknight meals and special family gatherings. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an effortless way to bring loved ones together around the table. Customize it by adding your favorite veggies or swapping proteins to suit your taste preferences. Trust us; once you serve this delicious cheesy pasta, everyone will be asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 pound short-cut pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 8 oz white cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1–2 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Season the sliced chicken with dry mustard, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the seasoned chicken until browned; set aside.
- Boil salted water and cook the short-cut pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, whisk in flour to create a roux, then add chicken broth, garlic, and onion until softened.
- Slowly stir in milk until thickened; mix in shredded cheddar until melted.
- Combine cooked chicken and pasta with sauce until evenly coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg