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Creamy One-Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta

A close-up of a white bowl filled with cheesy chicken pasta made with rotini noodles, topped with shredded cheese and herbs.
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This easy chicken pasta recipe delivers rich, cheesy comfort food fast. It is a simple, creamy stovetop dinner perfect for busy weeknights when you need a family favorite meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dried pasta (penne or rotini work well)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the same pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the liquid to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Add the dried pasta to the broth. Cook according to package directions, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is nearly tender (al dente).
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, cream cheese cubes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir constantly until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese until fully melted and the sauce is rich and creamy.
  8. Taste the pasta and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a baked cheesy chicken pasta variation, transfer the finished stovetop mixture to a baking dish, top with extra mozzarella, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  • You can substitute the chicken broth with milk if you prefer an even richer, thicker sauce, but watch the heat closely to prevent scorching.
  • This recipe works well with pre-cooked rotisserie chicken; add it in Step 6 when you add the cheese.

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