Triple Cheddar Chicken Pasta
The ultimate comfort food, Triple Cheddar Chicken Pasta combines creamy cheese sauce with tender chicken and pasta for an easy weeknight dinner that everyone will love. Packed with flavor and super satisfying, it's a dish you'll want to make tonight!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Grater
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- olive oil
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 pound fusili pasta or rotini
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded triple cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the fusili pasta as directed on the box to al dente.
- While the pasta is cooking, add olive oil to a pan and add the chicken pieces. Sprinkle on thyme, salt, and pepper, and cook until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a separate pan, add butter and melt on medium heat. Once melted, add flour and whisk together. Add minced garlic and cook for a few minutes, followed by the milk. Cook until the sauce thickens and then add cheese and stir to melt.
- Then, add the chicken pieces and pasta to the sauce and mix until well combined. Sprinkle on thyme and oregano. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and serve warm.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Tip 2: You can freeze this dish before baking. Just assemble, cover tightly, and freeze for up to three months.
- Tip 3: Serve this dish with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Tip 4: Feel free to add your favorite vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Tip 5: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick!