One Pot Creamy Chicken Pasta
Equipment
Ingredients
Chicken
chicken breasts
2 piece
olive oil
1 tbsp
butter
1.5 tbsp
Cajun seasoning
2 tsp
smoked paprika
2 tsp
sweet paprika
2 tsp
Italian seasoning
2 tsp
garlic powder
2 tsp
onion powder
2 tsp
salt
1 tsp
black pepper
0.5 tsp
Pasta & Sauce
dry rigatoni
225 g
heavy cream
680 ml
chicken broth
680 ml
mozzarella cheese
150 g
sharp cheddar cheese
150 g
medium cheddar cheese
150 g
Optional Garnish
fresh parsley
2 tbsp
Parmesan cheese
30 g
red pepper flakes
1 tsp
Instructions
Season the chicken
Coat the chicken breasts with olive oil and all the seasonings. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for best flavor.
Cook the chicken
Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and let rest.
Cook the pasta
In the same pot, add rigatoni, heavy cream, chicken broth, butter, and seasonings. Stir, cover, and simmer until al dente.
Add the cheese
Add shredded cheese to the cooked pasta and stir until melted and creamy.
Finish and serve
Slice the rested chicken and place it on top of the creamy pasta. Garnish as desired.
Original recipe
Storage
Best enjoyed fresh. If reheating, add a little extra liquid to restore creaminess.
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