Chicken Mozzarella Pasta: A Juicy Homemade Delight You’ll Love
This Chicken Mozzarella Pasta is a perfect combination of juicy chicken, creamy mozzarella, and delicious pasta, creating a meal that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the diced chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and Italian seasoning, cooking until the tomatoes start to soften.
- Add the cooked pasta and mozzarella cheese to the skillet, mixing until everything is well combined and the cheese is melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh basil or parmesan cheese on top.
- Feel free to substitute the chicken with shrimp or your choice of protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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