Creamy Chicken-Tomato Pasta Skillet Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken-Tomato Pasta Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb uncooked spaghetti (cooked to al dente and drained, measure 1 pound before cooking); 7 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced; 8 tablespoons butter, divided; 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic, divided; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or to taste); 0.5 (200 g) package fresh mushrooms, sliced (can use more); ⅓ cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons seasoning salt (or to taste) or 2 teaspoons white salt (or to taste); 4 cups half-and-half cream (or use half milk and cream); ½ teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste); ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese; 8 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese; 2 large roma tomatoes, diced (or use 3 small); ¼ cup sour cream (optional); grated parmesan cheese, for sprinkling (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb uncooked spaghetti (cooked to al dente and drained, measure 1 pound before cooking)
7 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
8 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic, divided
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
0.5 (200 g) package fresh mushrooms, sliced (can use more)
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons seasoning salt (or to taste) or 2 teaspoons white salt (or to taste)
4 cups half-and-half cream (or use half milk and cream)
½ teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
8 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese
2 large roma tomatoes, diced (or use 3 small)
¼ cup sour cream (optional)
grated parmesan cheese, for sprinkling (optional)

1
Heat 4 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat.
2
Add in cubed chicken, 1 tablespoon fresh garlic and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; cook stirring until the chicken is no longer pink and cooked through (do not overcook or the chicken will become dry) set aside to a bowl.
3
In the same skillet heat the remaining 4 tablespoons butter.
4
Add in onion, crushed chili flakes, 1 tablespoon remaining garlic and sliced mushrooms; cook until the onions are soft.
5
Stir in flour and seasoned salt; cook stirring continuously for 2 minutes.
6
Slowly add in the 4 cups half and half cream; cook/simmer over low heat stirring until bubbly and thickened.
7
Stir in 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese and Monterey Jack until smooth and melted.
8
Season with black pepper to taste.
9
Stir in the cooked chicken mixture and chopped tomatoes.
10
Stir in the sour cream (if using) until heated through but do not boil.
11
Serve over cooked pasta, then sprinkle with more grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
12
Delicious!

1714

kcal

Calories

142

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb uncooked spaghetti (cooked to al dente and drained, measure 1 pound before cooking), 7 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced, 8 tablespoons butter, divided, 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic, divided, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chicken-Tomato Pasta Skillet falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Creamy Chicken-Tomato Pasta Skillet

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