Description
A delightful chicken mozzarella pasta dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce and bring to a simmer.
- Add cooked pasta and mix well.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- Can add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken mozzarella pasta, easy pasta recipes, Italian chicken dishes