Creamy Ricotta Chicken Pasta
A cozy and comforting pasta dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners, featuring creamy ricotta, chicken, and a hint of garlic.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz Pasta (penne or fusilli) Use any pasta you love.
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing garlic and chicken.
- 2 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced garlic.
- 1 lb Chicken Breast Diced into bite-size pieces.
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Main ingredient for creaminess.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, adds flavor.
- to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Snipped for garnish.
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- Start by boiling water in a large pot. Add a generous amount of salt once it's at a rolling boil.
- Toss in your pasta of choice and cook according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside, saving a cup of pasta water.
Sautéing Garlic and Chicken
- Heat a couple of tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
- Reduce heat, then stir in ricotta cheese and cooked pasta. Mix everything until well combined, adding reserved pasta water to achieve desired creaminess.
- Toss in grated Parmesan cheese and mix again.
Garnishing and Serving
- Garnish with snipped fresh basil.
- Serve hot in generous portions.
Notes
For the best results, taste as you go and adjust seasonings. Feel free to add in any veggies or proteins you enjoy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
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