Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, diced
- 8 oz (225 g) pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil or butter. Add the diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the cheese: Reduce heat to low, stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, then add the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until well coated in the cheesy garlic sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
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