Chicken Mozzarella Pasta: Irresistibly Cheesy Comfort in 30 Minutes
Enjoy a delightful blend of flavors and comfort with this quick and easy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta recipe.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and Italian seasoning, mixing well.
- Remove from heat and add shredded mozzarella, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra mozzarella if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh basil or spinach.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Chicken Mozzarella Pasta, pasta recipes, cheesy comfort food