Creamy White Cheddar Chicken Pasta
A quick and delicious creamy pasta dish that combines tender chicken and sharp white cheddar for a cozy comfort meal.
Ingredients
Pasta and Chicken
- 8 oz pasta (any kind you love—fettuccine or penne works well)
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil For sautéing chicken
- ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Creamy Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups white cheddar cheese, shredded Cheese makes everything better
- to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
- to taste Chopped parsley Optional, for garnish
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add your favorite pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sautéing Chicken
- In the same pot, add olive oil over medium heat. Toss in your diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through—around 5-7 minutes.
Adding Aromatics
- Throw in the chopped onion and minced garlic, stirring them around for about 2 minutes until they’re fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.
Creating the Sauce
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring it all together. Bring it to a gentle simmer before adding the shredded white cheddar cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and everything comes together in a creamy dream.
Combining Ingredients
- Add the cooked pasta back into the pot and toss until the pasta is beautifully coated in that luscious sauce. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
Serving
- Divide the pasta into bowls, sprinkle with chopped parsley (if using), and voilà! Your Creamy White Cheddar Chicken Pasta is ready to serve.
Notes
Go for high-quality cheese for a richer flavor. For quicker prep, consider using rotisserie chicken.