Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta: Your Ultimate Comfort Dish

Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that combines savory chicken, melted mozzarella, and rich marinara sauce for a satisfying meal.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 620

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive Oil For cooking chicken and preventing stickiness
24 ounces Marinara Sauce Can substitute with crushed tomatoes seasoned with garlic and herbs
1 cup Heavy Cream Can swap for half-and-half or reduced-fat versions
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for a more intense taste
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Can use an amalgamation of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme
Salt and Pepper Adjust to taste based on preference

For the Chicken and Pasta

1.5 pounds Chicken Breast Can substitute with rotisserie chicken for convenience or omit for vegetarian
12 ounces Pasta Penne or rigatoni recommended; swap in whole wheat or gluten-free pasta as needed

For the Cheesy Topping

1.5 cups Mozzarella Cheese Use part-skim mozzarella to reduce fat content
0.5 cups Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used as a dairy-free alternative

For the Finish

Parsley for Garnish Optional for garnish

Equipment

large pot
Skillet
9×13-inch baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all your ingredients and cooking equipment.
Bring water to a boil in a large pot, add salt, and cook the pasta just shy of al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a skillet, season chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through. Let rest.
In the same skillet, combine marinara sauce and heavy cream. Simmer and stir in 1 cup of mozzarella and Parmesan until melted.
Toss the cooked pasta with the sautéed chicken and creamy sauce until well-coated.
Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased baking dish, top with remaining mozzarella, and bake for 20–25 minutes.
Let rest for 5–10 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prepping and can be customized based on dietary preferences.

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