Description
This Chicken Mozzarella Pasta is a quick and delicious Italian-inspired main dish that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. Featuring tender shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and a blend of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 cup oil packed sun dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 (16 ounce) package pasta, cooked
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Sauté Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook for about 4 minutes until they are soft and translucent.
- Add Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Stir in the minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and kosher salt. Sauté for an additional minute to release the flavors.
- Combine Pasta and Chicken: Add the cooked pasta, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, shredded chicken, fresh basil, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese to the pan. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Heat Through and Melt Cheese: Continue stirring the mixture over medium heat until everything is heated through and the cheese begins to melt, creating a creamy texture.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the pasta hot, garnished with extra basil if desired.
Notes
- You can use any type of pasta you prefer, such as penne, fusilli, or spaghetti.
- For a spicier twist, add red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Make sure the chicken is fully cooked before shredding and adding to the pasta.
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese enhances the flavor more than pre-shredded varieties.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
