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!
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Cheri Murrray
[email protected]This recipe was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish.
Random Hey
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The sauce is simple to make and the pasta cooks quickly. I also like that you can add whatever vegetables you have on hand.
Ya Habibi
[email protected]I'm not a fan of chicken, but I loved this dish! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again, but with shrimp instead of chicken.
Shane White
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor. I think it would also be good with some roasted vegetables.
tshamano gudani
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The sauce is simple to make and the pasta cooks quickly. I also like that you can add whatever vegetables you have on hand.
Sowrav Sk
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
martime carmin
[email protected]This dish was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish.
Layan Mohamed
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I had to make several substitutions and it still didn't turn out quite right. I think I'll stick to simpler recipes in the future.
Oratile Bontle
[email protected]I made this recipe for my kids and they loved it! The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the chicken was tender and juicy. I would definitely make this again.
Thank God Ojiaka
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The sauce is simple to make and the pasta cooks quickly. I also like that you can add whatever vegetables you have on hand.
Syranity Barker
[email protected]I'm not a fan of chicken, but I loved this dish! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again, but with shrimp instead of chicken.
Donna Ryland
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for creamy chicken pasta. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!
Agyekum Richard
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor. I think it would also be good with some roasted vegetables.
Tehreem Imran
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish.
M U R T A Z A
[email protected]This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very heavy and the chicken was a bit dry. I think I would have liked it better with a lighter sauce.
Thanks Event
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of creamy pasta sauces, but this one was surprisingly good. The sauce was light and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Joker Love
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm a busy working mom and I don't have a lot of time to cook. This dish is quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my kids.
Victor Contreras
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The pasta was cooked al dente and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I added some extra vegetables to make it even healthier.
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[email protected]This creamy chicken pasta was a hit with my family! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.