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Cheesy Chicken Pasta

A rich, creamy, and comforting pasta dish loaded with tender chicken and melted cheese. Easy, satisfying, and perfect for any day of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g pasta
  • 2 cups cooked chicken diced or shredded
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1-1.5 cups shredded cheese
  • 0.25 cup parmesan cheese optional
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large pan
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente.
  2. Melt butter in pan and sauté garlic briefly.
  3. Add cream and warm gently.
  4. Stir in shredded cheese until melted.
  5. Add cooked chicken and mix.
  6. Combine pasta with sauce and season.

Notes

Use pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.