Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Cheesy Chicken Pasta Recipe, a comforting meal perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights. With tender chicken, rich cheese sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, this dish stands out for its simplicity and flavor. In just 35 minutes, you can create a heartwarming dinner that will impress both kids and adults alike. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or different cheeses to make it your own. This versatile recipe not only satisfies cravings but also makes great leftovers for lunch the next day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 1 pound short-cut pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces white cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1–2 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Season chicken with a mixture of dry mustard, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté seasoned chicken in olive oil until browned and cooked through; set aside.
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, make the cheese sauce by melting butter and whisking in flour. Gradually add wine and milk while stirring until thickened. Mix in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked chicken and pasta with the sauce; mix well and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg