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Cheddar Chicken Pasta: The Creamy, Comforting Dish You’ll Make Again and Again


  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)

  • 2 large chicken breasts, diced

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)


Instructions

Cook Chicken:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.

Prepare Sauce:
In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, and minced garlic. Heat over medium heat until warm but not boiling.

Add Cheese:
Slowly stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.

Combine:
Add cooked pasta and chicken to the cheese sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly. Cook for 2–3 minutes to warm through.

 

Serve:
Garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve immediately.