Description
Chicken Mozzarella Pasta is a cheesy, flavorful comfort food favorite that’s easy to prepare and sure to satisfy even the heartiest of appetites.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 ounce pasta of your choice (penne or fusilli recommended)
- 2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Cook Pasta: Boil the pasta according to the package instructions until it reaches an al dente texture. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and slice it into strips.
3. Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is fragrant and the tomatoes have softened.
4. Combine Pasta and Chicken: Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet with the garlic and tomatoes. Toss everything together until the mozzarella cheese has melted slightly and the ingredients are well combined.
5. Serve: Plate the delicious Chicken Mozzarella Pasta and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves, if desired. Enjoy this cheesy, flavorful comfort food dish!
Notes
For a healthier twist, you can opt for whole-wheat pasta or use low-fat mozzarella cheese. Additionally, you can incorporate more vegetables, such as spinach or broccoli, to boost the nutritional value of the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 70mg