Description
Delight in the creamy, savory goodness of Chicken Mozzarella Pasta, a quick and comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side).
- Add garlic and tomatoes: Stir in minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add cherry tomatoes until softened.
- Melt the mozzarella: Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces, return to skillet, and top with mozzarella. Reduce heat to low until cheese melts.
- Combine with pasta: Fold cooked pasta and chopped basil into the skillet, mixing until heated through (about 2-3 minutes).
- Serve: Plate while warm, drizzling with olive oil or sprinkling more basil as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Swap traditional pasta for whole grain or zucchini noodles for a healthier option. Enhance flavor by adding sun-dried tomatoes or spinach. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.