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Cheesy Chicken Pasta

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A comforting and indulgent cheesy chicken pasta dish that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 250g pasta, uncooked (around 8oz)
  • 2 tbsps oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 275g chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces (around 9.6 oz)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp oregano
  • 2 tbsps tomato paste
  • 1 tsp chili sauce/sriracha
  • 130ml milk (1/2 cup + 1 tbsp)
  • 110ml double cream (1/4 cup + 3 tbsps)
  • 100g mozzarella cheese + extra to sprinkle on top (1 cup + extra)
  • 100–120ml pasta water (around 1/2 cup)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 100-120ml of pasta water before draining.
  2. Sauté the garlic in a large skillet with oil over medium heat for about 1 minute or until fragrant.
  3. Cook the chicken pieces, seasoning with salt, pepper, red chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and oregano for about 6-8 minutes, or until cooked through.
  4. Introduce the tomato paste and chili sauce, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat, pour in the milk and double cream, and let it simmer until creamy and smooth.
  6. Add the mozzarella cheese, stirring until melted and incorporated.
  7. Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing to coat. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Notes

Serve hot, topped with extra mozzarella and fresh herbs. This dish pairs nicely with a simple side salad or garlic bread.

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Keywords: pasta, chicken, cheesy, comfort food, Italian

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