Welcome to a culinary adventure where one recipe magically transforms into two delectable meals! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our creamy chicken pasta, a dish that promises a symphony of flavors and textures. This versatile recipe offers two distinct culinary experiences, each with its own unique charm. In the first meal, succulent chicken breasts are nestled in a rich and creamy sauce, blanketing tender pasta in a flavorful embrace. The second meal unveils a delightful twist: the creamy chicken pasta is reborn as a hearty and comforting casserole, perfect for cozy nights in. Join us on this culinary journey as we explore the dual delights of this extraordinary recipe.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ONE-POT CREAMY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: oil, chicken breast, seasoned salt, pepper, small onion, broccoli, milk, bowtie pasta, shredded parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese
Provided by Camille Bergerson
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat half of the oil in a large pot. Add in the chicken, season with half of the seasoned salt and pepper, and cook.
- Once the chicken is nicely browned and cooked through, remove it from the pan. Set aside.
- Add in remaining oil, onion, and broccoli. Cover for 2 minutes. Season with remaining seasoned salt and pepper. Cook and stir until the onions begin to become translucent.
- Pour in milk and bring to a boil. Stir periodically so the bottom does not burn.
- Once milk is bubbling, add pasta and stir frequently until pasta reaches your desired doneness (approximately 10 minutes at medium heat).
- Add in Parmesan and mozzarella. Stir until cheese is melted.
- Stir in chicken until well incorporated.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1057 calories, Carbohydrate 115 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 80 grams, Sugar 25 grams
CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA
Rich, flavorful and laced with wine, this creamy chicken pasta is a family favorite. No one ever guesses it's so quick and easy! -Elaine Moser, Spokane, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add wine or broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes., Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually add to mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta, chicken, capers, salt and pepper to cream sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
2-STEP CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA
Frozen vegetable and pasta blends are a great time saver, rounding out this dish into a one dish meal. Choose your favorite cream soup to create the creamy sauce!
Provided by Campbell's Kitchen
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Campbell's Kitchen
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oil in skillet. Add chicken and cook until browned, stirring often.
- Add vegetable pasta blend, soup and water. Heat to a boil. Cover and cook over low heat 10 minutes or until done.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 79.9 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 623.9 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
ONE RECIPE, TWO MEALS: CREAMY CHICKEN PASTA
It's almost winter. Cream sauces are mandatory. We're adding veggies and pasta and chicken and vodka, so it's all good. It's buttery, creamy and cheesy for the kids, and for you adults, it's adorned with a tiny kiss of vodka, right at the end.
Provided by Bev Weidner
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 adult and 2 kid servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until it reaches al dente, according to the package directions.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Sear the chicken, covered, for 5 minutes. Flip and sear another 5 minutes, covered. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest. After a few minutes, give the chicken a good chop.
- Back in the skillet, add the remaining tablespoon oil. Add the carrots and cook, stirring, until they start to soften, about 4 minutes. Add the onions and asparagus and cook, stirring, until the asparagus is crisp-tender, another few minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until it becomes fragrant, about 30 seconds. Season the veggies with a pinch of salt and pepper and reduce the heat the low.
- In the meantime, melt the butter in a small saucepan. Once the foaming subsides, add the flour and whisk until the color changes from cream to a golden brown, just a few minutes. Slowly add the milk, continuing to whisk over medium heat, until it becomes a bit thicker and creamier. Now, add the Parmesan and a good pinch of salt. Keep whisking until the cheese is melted and the sauce is good and creamy. Taste it and add more salt if needed.
- Ladle out about 2/3 cup cream sauce and add it to 1 cup cooked pasta, tossing to coat. Divide between 2 kids' plates and top with chopped chicken and extra Parmesan. Done! (Feel free to sprinkle the veggies on the kids' plates, if they'll remotely let you.)
- Now, back to the cream sauce: stir in the vodka and let it simmer for a couple of minutes.
- For your adult plates, serve the creamy pasta with chicken and a good helping of cooked veggies. Garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley.
- Eat!
CREAMY CHICKEN PASTA
Try our crowd-pleasing creamy chicken pasta for your next family meal. It's packed with flavour and is easy for anyone to make, including children
Provided by Monaz Dumasia
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the pasta following pack instructions. Reserve 100ml of the water and drain the pasta in a colander.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan on a medium heat and fry the garlic and spinach for 3 mins until wilted. Add the soft cheese and heat until melted. Stir in most of the parmesan, then add the shredded chicken, peas and some of the pasta water. Bring to the boil and bubble for 2-3 mins until the chicken and peas are completely heated through.
- Add the pasta and stir until combined. Add more pasta water to loosen the sauce, if needed. Remove from heat, sprinkle over the remaining parmesan and parsley or basil to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 668 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 59 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 51 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium
CREAMY CHICKEN ONE-POT PASTA
When the craving for a creamy, cheesy pasta strikes-but you still need to bring some protein and veggies to the table-this one-pot meal is your simple solution. Chicken, bell peppers and green onions make this a dinner that's complete, comforting and little grownup all at the same time.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In 5-quart Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center. Using slotted spoon, transfer to bowl; cover and keep warm. Add bell pepper, green onion whites, pepper and salt to butter and drippings in pan; cook over medium-high heat 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
- Stir in broth and whipping cream; heat to boiling. Stir in pasta; return to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 12 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in frozen peas and chicken; stir 3 to 4 minutes or until pasta is cooked to desired tenderness and sauce is thickened.
- Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Top with green onion greens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 670, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 970 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g
Tips:
- Use a large skillet or pot: This will give the chicken and pasta plenty of room to cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: If you add too much chicken or pasta to the pan, it will not cook evenly.
- Cook the chicken until it is no longer pink in the center: You can check this by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. It should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions: Most pasta takes about 8-10 minutes to cook.
- Drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water: This will stop the cooking process and help to prevent the pasta from sticking together.
- Add the pasta to the skillet with the chicken and sauce: Stir to combine and heat through.
- Serve immediately: Creamy chicken pasta is best served hot.
Conclusion:
Creamy chicken pasta is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. This recipe is also versatile, so you can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. For example, you could add vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, or zucchini. You could also add cheese, such as Parmesan or cheddar. No matter how you make it, creamy chicken pasta is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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