Description
Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta: The ultimate comfort food! This creamy, cheesy chicken pasta is quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights. Loaded with tender chicken, rich cream cheese sauce, and pasta, it’s a family favorite. Make this delicious dinner tonight
Ingredients
– 2 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
– 10 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite)
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add chicken broth, cream cheese, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
4. Add the shredded chicken and cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss until everything is well coated in the sauce.
5. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if using, and stir until melted.
6. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
– For extra flavor, use rotisserie chicken.
– Add veggies like spinach or broccoli for a nutritional boost.
– Want it spicy? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
– If sauce gets too thick, thin it out with a little extra chicken broth or reserved pasta water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Comfort Food
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cream Cheese Chicken Pasta