Ingredients
Equipment
Method
How to Make Chicken Mozzarella Pasta
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, which usually takes about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and dried herbs, then cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to let it burn!
- Create Sauce Base: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well. Bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly for about 5 minutes.
- Add Cream: Next, stir in the heavy cream and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes until your sauce is beautifully creamy.
- Combine Chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing it thoroughly with the creamy tomato sauce.
- Merge Pasta: Gently add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is well-coated with the sauce.
- Add Cheeses: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the mixture. Stir occasionally until the cheeses are melted and creamy.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Dish out your Chicken Mozzarella Pasta while it’s hot, and savor the delightful cheesy goodness!
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Notes
Optional: Drizzle with a splash of olive oil before serving for added richness.