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Cheesy Chicken Pasta

May 12, 2023 · FoodHussy · 1 Comment

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This One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta is comfort food at its best!!! Better yet - this meal is ready in less than 25 minutes - from fridge to table! This dish is filled with macaroni, chicken, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes and cheese!!! via @foodhussyThis One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta is comfort food at its best!!! Better yet - this meal is ready in less than 25 minutes - from fridge to table! This dish is filled with macaroni, chicken, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes and cheese!!! via @foodhussy

This One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta is comfort food at its best!!! Better yet – this meal is ready in less than 25 minutes – from fridge to table! This dish is filled with macaroni, chicken, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes and cheese!!!

Cheesy Chicken Pasta

What You Will ❤️ About Cheesy Chicken Pasta

  • One Pot – It’s great to have a one-pot dish! The macaroni cooks right in the pan when you add the liquid.
  • Under 25 minutes – From fridge to table – this dish is quick with only a few minutes of prep.
  • Cheesy Sauce – There’s only a cup of cheese but it is such a creamy & cheesy dish!

Ingredients for Cheesy Chicken Pasta

I love all the flavors and ingredients in this Cheesy Chicken Pasta. I suppose that’s why I used them! (haha) It’s like a cheesy chicken goulash! Here’s what you’ll need (and substitution ideas):

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil – you can always use non-stick spray or butter
  • 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs – feel free to use chicken breast if you like or even chicken sausage
  • 1/2 small yellow onion – sweet onions work best
  • 4-6 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced – you could also use bell pepper, broccoli, green beans or asparagus
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 – 14.5 oz can chicken broth – you could use water
  • 1 – 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, Italian – want it spicy? use a can of Rotel tomatoes or toss in some red pepper flakes!
  • 1/2 cup milk – you could also use heavy cream or half and half
  • 8 oz macaroni – any pasta will work – like penne pasta or rigatoni
  • 1/2 tsp salt & pepper, each
  • 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese – this is my favorite cheese – but cheddar cheese, Monterey jack or mozzarella cheese would also work! (I also threw some Mozz on top!)

How to make Cheesy Chicken Pasta Recipe

  1. In a large skillet – preferably deep dish, add olive oil and turn to medium-high heat. Once pan is hot, add onion, chicken, mushrooms and garlic – cook until lightly browned – about 5 minutes.
  2. Add chicken broth, tomatoes, milk, macaroni, salt and pepper and whisk together. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 12 minutes or until pasta is al dente (or fork tender).
  3. Turn off the heat and stir in cheese.
  4. Serve with a side salad and garlic bread.

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Cheesy Chicken Pasta

Tips, Tricks & FAQs

Do I need to cook the pasta first?

Nope! Just add it in UNCOOKED!

How do you store and reheat leftover cheesy chicken pasta?

Store leftovers in an airtight container (I like these glass ones) in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can freeze up to three months. Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes. 

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Cheesy Chicken Pasta

Cheesy Chicken Pasta

This One Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta is comfort food at its best!!! Better yet – this meal is ready in less than 25 minutes – from fridge to table! This dish is filled with macaroni, chicken, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes and cheese!!!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Entree, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 375 kcal

Equipment

  • HexClad Deep Saute Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 small yellow onion diced
  • 6 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 14.5 oz chicken broth
  • 14.5 oz Italian diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 8 oz macaroni
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup colby jack cheese shredded

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet – preferably deep dish, add olive oil and turn to medium-high heat. Once pan is hot, add onion, chicken, mushrooms and garlic – cook until lightly browned – about 5 minutes. 
    2 tbsp olive oil, 3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, 1/2 small yellow onion, 1 tbsp garlic, 6 oz mushrooms
  • Add chicken broth, tomatoes, milk, macaroni, salt and pepper and whisk together. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 12 minutes or until pasta is al dente (or fork tender).
    14.5 oz chicken broth, 14.5 oz Italian diced tomatoes, 1/2 cup milk, 8 oz macaroni, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper
  • Turn off the heat and stir in cheese.
    1 cup colby jack cheese
  • Serve with a side salad and garlic bread.

Notes

**We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**

Nutrition

Serving: 1.25cupCalories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 24gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 79mgSodium: 741mgPotassium: 529mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 348IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 218mgIron: 2mg
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  1. Plain Chicken says

    June 1, 2019 at 10:00 pm

    YUM!! This looks incredible!

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