Creamy Chicken Fusilli Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken Fusilli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups fusilli; 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine; 2 -3 chicken breasts, cut in 1 in. pieces; 1 small onion, sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; red pepper, cut in strips; frozen green pea; 1 1/2 lbs cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 2 -4 tablespoons dry white wine or 2 -4 tablespoons apple juice; 2 teaspoons dried basil; salt and pepper; 1 -2 cup grated mozzarella cheese or 1 -2 cup cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

3 cups fusilli
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
2 -3 chicken breasts, cut in 1 in. pieces
1 small onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
red pepper, cut in strips
frozen green pea
1 1/2 lbs cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 -4 tablespoons dry white wine or 2 -4 tablespoons apple juice
2 teaspoons dried basil
salt and pepper
1 -2 cup grated mozzarella cheese or 1 -2 cup cheddar cheese

1
Set oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Grease a medium size casserole dish.
3
Cook the pasta in boiling water until just al dente; drain and set aside.
4
In a skillet heat butter over medium heat.
5
Add in chicken, onion and garlic; cook for about 4 minutes or until the chicken is lightly browned.
6
Add in red bell pepper and peas; cook stirring occasionally or until veggies are just crisp-tender.
7
Mix in cream cheese, broth, wine, basil, seasoned salt and pepper; cook stirring until the cream cheese has melted.
8
Toss in the cooked pasta.
9
Transfer to baking dish.
10
Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubble.
11
Sprinkle with grated cheese and return to oven to melted.

966

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups fusilli, 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, 2 -3 chicken breasts, cut in 1 in. pieces, 1 small onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chicken Fusilli falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Chicken Fusilli

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