Description
Indulge in this creamy and cheesy chicken pasta recipe that’s perfect for a cozy night in or a family dinner. Tender chicken strips are cooked to perfection and combined with a rich, flavorful white cheddar cheese sauce. This dish is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
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For the chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
- 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the pasta:
- 1 pound short-cut pasta
For the cheesy and creamy sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 8 oz white cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1–2 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine dry mustard, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside. Slice chicken breasts into thin strips or cut into 1-inch cubes. Sprinkle with seasoning mixture.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil, and cook chicken for a few minutes or until cooked and browned. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate. Set aside.
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add salt and rotini. Cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in the same skillet in which you cooked chicken. When melted, add all-purpose flour and mix it together. Then, add dry white wine, minced garlic, diced onions, and Dijon mustard. Mix to combine. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until onions soften. Then, slowly pour milk in a few additions. Stir after each addition. Cook on low for 4-6 minutes or until thickened. Then, add shredded white cheddar cheese. Mix and cook until melted. Finally, add cooked chicken and pasta. Mix until completely covered with creamy and cheesy sauce. Serve immediately. Sprinkle with fresh thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, or smoked paprika.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of crushed red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Creamy Chicken Pasta
