Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cheesy Chicken Pasta Skillet, a perfect dish for busy weeknights or cozy dinners. This one-pan meal features tender chicken and pasta enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce made from mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan. With just 30 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a satisfying dinner that delights the entire family. Customize it with your favorite pasta shape and seasonings for a personalized touch. Easy cleanup means more time to enjoy your delicious creation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz pasta (rotini or choice)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown, about 6–7 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- Melt butter in the same skillet, add minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer gently.
- Stir in cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Return chicken and pasta to the skillet; toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 175mg