Cheesy Chicken Pasta: The Indulgent Comfort Food You Need
Indulge in this creamy and cheesy chicken pasta that is sure to satisfy your comfort food cravings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Add minced garlic, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix until well coated.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- You can substitute the cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Pasta, Comfort Food, Pasta Recipe