Best 20 Creamy Chicken And Pasta Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary journey of discovering the ultimate creamy chicken and pasta recipe. This dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, where succulent chicken and tender pasta dance in a sea of creamy sauce. It's a comforting meal that warms the soul and satisfies the palate, making it a favorite among food enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you're a novice cook seeking a simple yet delicious recipe or a seasoned chef looking to elevate your culinary skills, this article will guide you through the process of creating a creamy chicken and pasta dish that will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.

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CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA



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Rich, flavorful and laced with wine, this creamy chicken pasta is a family favorite. No one ever guesses it's so quick and easy! -Elaine Moser, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/3 cup water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add wine or broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes., Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually add to mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta, chicken, capers, salt and pepper to cream sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CREAMY ONE-POT PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND MUSHROOMS



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Cooking pasta the way you would make risotto may sound new and hip. But it's at least old enough to have been demonstrated to me in Rome in 1976, and I imagine as old as pasta itself. In this method, the liquid is minimized: there's no need for a gallon per pound of pasta. The liquid is added gradually to the pasta, which absorbs it completely and thereby retains its starch. This makes the pasta creamy and rich; it also gains the flavor of the stock. You can use pretty much any pasta shape you like, but timing will vary depending on size. This approach may seem like more work than making pasta in the ordinary way. But as the making of the "sauce" is integrated into the pasta-cooking, it really becomes a one-dish meal - as interesting as risotto, and even a bit quicker. Here is a combination of gemelli with mushrooms and chicken to get you started.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, one pot, pastas, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, more as needed
1 shallot or small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cups crimini, shiitake or button mushrooms, cleaned, trimmed and sliced
1/2 pound cut pasta like gemelli or penne, or long pasta broken into bits
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine or water
3 to 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
2 boneless chicken thighs, diced
Chopped fresh parsley, optional
Freshly grated Parmesan, optional

Steps:

  • Put 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. When hot, add shallot, garlic and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms soften and begin to brown on edges, about 10 minutes. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is glossy and coated with oil, 2 to 3 minutes. Add a little salt and pepper, then wine. Stir and let liquid bubble away.
  • Ladle stock into skillet 1/2 cup or so at a time, stirring after each addition and every minute or so. When liquid is just about evaporated, add more. Mixture should be neither soupy nor dry. Keep heat at medium and stir frequently.
  • Begin tasting pasta 10 minutes after you add it; you want it to be tender but with a tiny bit of crunch. When pasta is about 3 to 4 minutes away from being done, add chicken and stir to combine. Continue to cook until chicken is done - it will be white on inside when cut - and pasta is how you like it. Taste, adjust seasoning, garnish with parsley and Parmesan if using, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 558, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 999 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PHENOMENAL CHICKEN AND PASTA IN CREAMY PESTO SAUCE



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An extremely delicious meal: the crunch of pine nuts and the tang of sun-dried tomatoes combine with chicken and pasta in a heavenly pesto cream sauce. Be sure to taste and salt before serving, because depending on what kind of chicken broth you use, the dish may require no salt at all or may be extremely under-salted.

Provided by GILL846

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 cups fresh basil
3 cloves garlic
⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
⅓ cup pine nuts
1 medium ripe tomato, chopped
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup chicken broth
1 cup white wine
2 tablespoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 (16 ounce) package dried penne pasta
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large onion, diced
1 tablespoon sugar
½ (8 ounce) jar oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and sliced
⅓ cup pine nuts
½ cup white wine
1 cup heavy cream
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place basil, garlic, Parmesan, pine nuts, and tomato in a food processor. Gradually add olive oil, while pulsing, until mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • In a bowl, stir together chicken broth, 1 cup white wine, dried basil, oregano, and minced garlic. Stir in chicken pieces.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until just al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Set aside.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions, and sprinkle with sugar. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts, and cook about 3 minutes. Stir in chicken and marinade. Stir in 1/2 cup white wine. Simmer chicken pieces, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
  • Add pasta and pesto to the skillet. Stir in cream, and cook until the sauce is thickened. Adjust salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, and serve with freshly grated Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 943 calories, Carbohydrate 71.1 g, Cholesterol 126.7 mg, Fat 49.9 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 45.7 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 220.6 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CREAMY HERBED CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA SALAD



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Stir grilled chicken into this creamy pasta salad with broccoli and roasted red pepper.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
One 8-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast
2 cups bite-sized broccoli florets
8 ounces dried penne
1/2 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, basil, parsley, sour cream, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot; brush with the oil. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken, turning once, until well-marked and just cooked through, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Meanwhile, cook the broccoli in the boiling water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer the broccoli to a colander with a slotted spoon and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Add the broccoli to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl.
  • Add the chicken and red peppers to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
8 ounces tubetti or other small tube-shaped pasta
1 1/4 cups 2% percent Greek yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 rotisserie chicken
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 Kirby cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded and chopped
Freshly ground pepper
8 cups mesclun greens

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the yogurt, mayonnaise, 1/4 cup water, the vinegar, mustard, dill, chives and 2 teaspoons salt in a medium bowl. Remove the skin from the chicken and shred the meat into large pieces. Add the chicken, celery and cucumber to the dressing and gently stir to combine.
  • Shake the excess water from the pasta and add it to the chicken salad. Season with pepper and toss. Serve over the greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672, Fat 32 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 114 milligrams, Sodium 1724 milligrams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 44 grams

CREAMY HERBED CHICKEN AND ARUGULA PASTA SALAD WITH ASIAGO



Creamy Herbed Chicken and Arugula Pasta Salad with Asiago image

Grilled chicken is tossed with pasta, arugula, Asiago cheese and a creamy dressing loaded with fresh herbs.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
One 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast
8 ounces dried cavatappi
6 cups loosely packed arugula
1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, chives, sour cream, parsley, tarragon, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot; brush with the oil. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken, turning once, until well-marked and just cooked through, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the chicken, arugula, Asiago and onion to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

SPICY AND CREAMY CHICKEN PASTA



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A delicious spicy, but not too spicy, creamy chicken pasta! Easy to make! Serve with crescent rolls.

Provided by Nicole Gilbert

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon monosodium glutamate (such as Ac'cent®)
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into chunks
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (8 ounce) package egg noodles

Steps:

  • Mix cider vinegar, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, seasoned salt, red pepper flakes, monosodium glutamate, black pepper, and salt in a resealable plastic bag. Place chicken pieces into marinade, seal bag, and marinate in refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade; discard used marinade. Cook chicken in hot oil until browned and no longer pink inside, about 10 minutes. Stir frequently. Transfer chicken to a bowl with a slotted spoon, leaving accumulated juices in skillet.
  • Whisk whipping cream into pan juices and cook until cream has started to thicken, about 5 minutes. Stir chicken back into skillet and reduce heat to low. Simmer chicken in cream sauce until sauce is thick, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain. Gently stir cooked noodles into skillet with chicken and cream sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 130.5 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 548 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

CREAMY GARLIC CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA RECIPE



Creamy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Recipe image

Provided by charlotteh371

Number Of Ingredients 16

For Sauce:
2 Chicken Breasts
1/2 cup All Purpose Flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp pepper
1 TBSP Olive Oil
4 Cups Broccoli Florets, steamed
1 lb Orrecheitte Pasta or Rotini Pasta
3/4 cup butter, salted
2 Garlic Cloves, Minced
4 TBSP flour
2 cups Heavy Cream
3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1.Cook pasta according to directions on package. Drain and set aside. 2.For Chicken: 3.In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium high heat. 4.On a large plate mix together flour, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Dredge chicken breasts in flour mixture and shake off excess. 5.Place in hot oil and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until chicken is cooked through. 6.Remove from pan and place on a clean plate to rest. 7.For Sauce: 8.In a medium sauce pan, heat butter over medium high heat. 9.Add in garlic and saute for 30 seconds. 10.Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. 11.Pour in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Turn heat down to low and stir until cheese is melted and everything is heated through. Taste for seasoning. Assembly: Toss pasta and cooked broccoli together. Thinly slice chicken breasts and place over pasta. Generously pour sauce over and serve.

CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE



Creamy Pasta Primavera with Chicken and Sausage image

An amazing mix of fresh summer veggies, hearty meat, and a princess sauce makes this chicken pasta primavera dish one to remember for generations! This pairs well with a fresh salad, warm bread and olive oil for dipping, and a fresh fruit mix of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and pineapple.

Provided by Caleb Johnson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter, or as needed
1 skinless, boneless chicken breast, chopped
½ pound bratwurst sausage, cut into chunks
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 small head broccoli, chopped
1 zucchini, halved and sliced
1 yellow squash, halved and sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound dry fettuccine pasta
1 (24 ounce) jar garlic and herb pasta sauce (such as Hunts®)
14 ½ ounces homestyle Alfredo sauce (such as Prego®)
1 tablespoon minced garlic

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter to melt. Season chicken and sausage with basil and oregano. Cook in the hot butter until sausage is browned and chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add broccoli, zucchini, squash, and bell pepper to the pan with more butter, if needed. Cook vegetable mixture until tender, 5 to 7 minutes, or to desired doneness.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook fettuccine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  • Pour pasta sauce and Alfredo sauce into the vegetable mixture and add garlic. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 7 minutes. Add cooked meat and continue to simmer, about 3 minutes more. Add pasta and mix well. Cover and remove from heat. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594 calories, Carbohydrate 61.9 g, Cholesterol 58.9 mg, Fat 31 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 1161.8 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

HEALTHY CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA



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Being on a diet, the words creamy and pasta usually are reserved for only my cheat days. I wanted to make something and not feel guilty about eating it, so I whipped this up in the kitchen. It's delicious and very adaptable; change it up however you like! Has a nice little bite with the red pepper flakes added. This would also be fantastic with onion added.

Provided by lepowers

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package whole wheat penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cubed
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 (10.5 ounce) can fat-free cream of mushroom soup
½ cup water, or as needed
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in penne and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
  • Cook and stir olive oil and garlic in a large skillet over high heat just until brown and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add chicken and mushrooms; stir to coat with garlic and olive oil. Cook chicken until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in cream of mushroom soup; gradually add 1/2 cup of water about 1 tablespoon at a time, adding enough to make sauce light and creamy.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low heat and gently fold pasta into the chicken and sauce until coated. Add garlic salt and red pepper to taste; remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.9 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 627.3 mg, Sugar 4 g

CREAMY PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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A delicious combination of chicken, broccoli, mushrooms and tomatoes in a creamy white sauce, lightly flavoured with cheese and spices. Tossed with whole wheat pasta, it makes a hearty, satisfying meal. Add some extra milk to baby's portion to help keep texture moist enough to mash and swallow easily.

Provided by Rachel Morris

Categories     Healthy

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup white mushroom, finely diced
1 cup broccoli floret, finely diced
1 cup tomatoes, finely diced
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon sage
1 cup homogenized milk
1/4 cup chicken broth or 1/4 cup water
1/4 cup white enriched flour
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated mild cheddar cheese
4 cups whole wheat pasta, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • Dice raw chicken into bite-size pieces, small enough for baby to manage.
  • Clean cutting board thoroughly, dice mushrooms, broccoli and tomato to same size chunks.
  • In large saucepan, cook chicken with mushrooms and spices over medium heat, until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
  • Add broccoli and tomatoes, cover and reduce heat to low until broccoli is tender.
  • Add chicken broth, allow to simmer while you mix milk, flour, parmesan and grated cheese in small bowl.
  • Add mixture to saucepan, stir continuously until grated cheese has melted and blended well into sauce.
  • Add cooked and drained pasta, toss and serve.
  • For adults, extra salt or pepper may be added. For babies, portions may be mashed or eaten as is, depending on your child's capabilities or preferences.

CREAMY CHICKEN, PASTA AND BROCCOLI BAKE



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A tasty one dish meal from Kraft. They kept it quite light, and it's still creamy and comforting. You can use any shaped pasta and try to go for the high fibre ones. Smart Pasta has the most fibre, but you can use whole wheat or whatever your favourite is. I listed whole wheat so the nutritional count would be better and Zaar doesn't accept Smart Pasta. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups whole wheat rotini pasta, uncooked
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup light cream cheese spread
3/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
2 tablespoons lowfat parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F Cook pasta as per package directions, adding broccoli for the last 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat large nonstick frying pan on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 3 minutes or until no longer pink, stirring frequently. Stir in broth; simmer 3 minutes or until chicken is done. Add cream cheese; cook and stir on low heat 1 minute or until melted. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup mozzarella.
  • Drain pasta and broccoli. Add to chicken mixture; mix lightly. Spoon into 8 inch square baking dish; cover.
  • Bake 15 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 3 minutes or until melted. Let stand 5 minutes.

CREAMY CHICKEN AND SPINACH PASTA



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This pasta is packed with nutrients, potassium from the spinach and calcium from the evaporated milk, which has 80% more calcium than regular milk. Serve with a crisp green salad. From Canadian Living Magazine.

Provided by daisygrl64

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (385 ml) can fat-free evaporated milk
5 cups whole wheat penne (12oz/375g)
10 ounces fresh spinach, trimmed (recipe states half bag 10oz/284g pkg?)
1/3 cup fresh basil, shredded
1/4 cup sweet red pepper, diced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 green onions, chopped
salt, to taste
hot pepper flakes, to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • in large nonstick skillet, heat oil over med-high heat, brown chicken and transfer to a bowl.
  • drain off any fat from pan, add onion (not green onion) garlic and black pepper, fry over medium heat until onion is soft, about 5 minutes, sprinkle with flour, cook stirring for 1 minute.
  • return chicken along with juices from chicken to pan.
  • add evaporated milk, cook stirring and without boiling, until thick enough to coat back of spoon, about 5 minutes. adjust seasoning if needed.
  • meanwhile, in pot of boiling salted water cook penne until tender but firm, about 12 minutes, add spinach, drain and return to pot, add chicken mixture, red pepper, basil, lemon juice and green onions: toss to combine.
  • serve while hot. if desired spinkle indivdual servings with hot pepper flakes.

CREAMY PASTA WITH FRESH HERBS AND CHICKEN



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I got this recipe from my ex-husbands cousin Paula. I always liked her the most :) This is a really yummy dish. The ingredients may sound a little different but they blend so great.

Provided by Queen uh Cuisine

Categories     Savory

Time 50m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1 (16 ounce) package angel hair pasta
2 1/2 cups cooked chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Combine cream, butter, salt, nutmeg and cayenne in a saucepan and simmer 15 minutes, or until sauce is slightly reduced and thickened.
  • While the sauce is reducing, get the water ready for the pasta and cook as directed.
  • Whisk in Parmesan cheese and herbs to the cream mixture and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Add cooked chicken to the cream mixture.
  • Serve pasta topped with the creamy herb and chicken mixture.
  • Serve with a salad and crusty bread. Don't forget the wine :).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2073.3, Fat 110, SaturatedFat 62.4, Cholesterol 463.6, Sodium 1145.2, Carbohydrate 177.3, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 4.6, Protein 91.3

2-STEP CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA



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Frozen vegetable and pasta blends are a great time saver, rounding out this dish into a one dish meal. Choose your favorite cream soup to create the creamy sauce!

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Campbell's Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut up
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen pasta and vegetable blend
1 (10.75 ounce) can your favorite Campbell's® Cream Soup*
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Heat oil in skillet. Add chicken and cook until browned, stirring often.
  • Add vegetable pasta blend, soup and water. Heat to a boil. Cover and cook over low heat 10 minutes or until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 79.9 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 623.9 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CREAMY CHICKEN, BASIL, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO PASTA BAKE



Creamy Chicken, Basil, and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake image

This is from Wild Oats. It can be made up the night before and then just popped in the oven the next day. They recommend it be served with steamed veggies or a crisp green salad.

Provided by RiRi5150

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces fusilli
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
sea salt
pepper
3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup white wine
1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup half-and-half
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons canola oil
6 leaves fresh basil, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Boil pasta according to package directions. Drain and place in baking dish.
  • Rinse and pat chicken dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat large saute pan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil. Place chicken in pan, and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the chicken is browned. Remove from pan and place on a cutting board.
  • In the same pan, melt butter, and add the rest of the olive oil. Add the garlic and onions. Cook for about 2 minutes, until the onions are soft.
  • Stir in the tomatoes and 3/4 cup of the chicken broth or wine. Bring to a boil. Turn down and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, slice the chicken into 1/4-inch thick slices and place over pasta (the chicken will finish cooking in the oven).
  • Stir in cream and 1/2 cup cheese into the tomatoes. Simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
  • Add the rest of the broth or wine if the sauce gets too thick. Stir in basil. Add salt and pepper to tast.
  • Pour sauce over chicken and pasta. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until bubbling and golden brown.

INSTANT POT® CREAMY CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE PASTA



Instant Pot® Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Pasta image

Why dirty up more than one pot for pasta? Use your Instant Pot® and make this tasty chicken and vegetable spaghetti, all in one pot.

Provided by Bibi

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
salt and ground black pepper to taste
6 cloves garlic, minced
5 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
2 pounds chicken tenderloins
1 (12 ounce) package whipped cream cheese
3 cups chopped fresh spinach
1 pinch ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Turn on an 8-quart multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), add oil, and select Saute function. Add onions and mushrooms to the hot oil; season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until onions are turning clear and mushrooms begin to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer vegetables to a bowl and reserve.
  • Pour chicken broth into the pot and add Italian seasoning. Break spaghetti noodles in half and add to the pot in 2 layers, with the second layer in a crisscross direction to the first layer.
  • Season chicken tenderloins with salt and pepper. Lay on top of the spaghetti. Spoon cooked vegetables over top. Cancel Saute function.
  • Close and lock the lid and seal the vent. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 6 minutes, then use the quick-release method to release any remaining pressure. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Add cream cheese, spinach, and nutmeg; stir to distribute ingredients.
  • Replace the lid and allow the residual heat of the pot to melt the cheese and lightly steam the spinach, about 10 minutes. Give the spaghetti and sauce a final stir, then serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.4 g, Cholesterol 109.5 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 35.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 997.3 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

CREAMY CHICKEN AND PUMPKIN PASTA (WW)



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From Everyday Gourmet hosted by Justine Schofield (an Australian Masterchef finalist) and guest cook Lucy Kelly from Weight Watches.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

300 g butternut pumpkin (peeled cut into 3cm pieces)
250 g cherry tomatoes (halved)
100 g penne pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
250 g chicken breast fillets (lean fat trimmed and thinly sliced)
1 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
1 garlic clove (minced)
1 tablespoon cornflour
375 ml evaporated skim milk
6 green olives (pitted in brine and sliced)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (20 grams grated)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 220C or 200C fan forced.
  • Line a baking tray with baking paper and place pumpkin on prepared tray and lightly spray with oil and then bake for 20 minutes and then add tomatoes and bake for a further 10 minutes or until pumpkin is lightly browned and tomatoes softened.
  • Meanwhile cook the pasta in a medium saucepan of boiling salted water, following packet instructions, or until just tender and then drain.
  • Heat oil in a non stick frying pan over medium-high heat and add the chicken and cook stirring for 5 minutes or until lightly browned and then transfer to a plate.
  • Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring for 5 minutes or until softened and then return chicken to the pan.
  • Blend cornflour and a little evaporated milk in a jug and stir in remaining milk and then add this milk mixture to the pan and bring to the boil, reduce heat to low and simmer stirring occasionally for 3 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly.
  • Add the cooked pasta, olives and roasted pumpkin and tomatoes to the sauce and toss gently to combine and serve pasta sprinkled with cheese.

CREAMY CHORIZO AND CHICKEN PASTA



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a mixture of chicken and chorizo with cream that makes this pasta hard to resist and so easy to whip up on a work night

Provided by copperfire

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

400 g dry penne pasta (or whatever pasta you have in the cupboard)
3 chorizo sausage, links
1 large onion, diced
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
2 garlic cloves
500 g chicken thighs (can also be whatever chicken you like even left overs)
300 ml cooking cream
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato pesto
handful fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook your pasta for 8 to 10 mins in a large pot of boiling water, drain , splash in a little olive oil and return to pot
  • Heat your frying pan add the onion garlic and chilli and brown for one min.
  • Add the sliced chorizo and fry til brown ,
  • Remove ingrediants from pan and put aside
  • Add chopped chicken cook til brown
  • Return everything to pan add cream and pesto cook til heated through and thicken slightly ,.
  • Pour over pasta season with salt and pepper to taste add parsley and serve
  • Lovely with a green salad and fresh bread.

CREAMY WHITE WINE SAUCE AND ITALIAN CHICKEN OVER PASTA



Creamy White Wine Sauce and Italian Chicken over Pasta image

This is a super easy, ultra tasty recipe that calls for white wine, a packet of Italian dressing mix, chicken and pasta. Upon my first time making it, I already had leftover cooked chicken breast, so I made the sauce on the stovetop and let simmer for 20 minutes, chopped the chicken and added it to the sauce and served over pasta. I used 1-1/2 cups of white wine to yield a sauce that was a little more runny, but consistency is a matter of preference. I also used 2 freshly chopped roma tomatoes, rather than the sundried.

Provided by Thumbs

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 -6 chicken breasts
1/3 cup butter
2/3 cup white wine (Sauvignon Blanc works especially well due to the herbaceous character)
10 ounces cream of mushroom soup
4 ounces cream cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 finely chopped green onions
4 ounces dried Italian salad dressing mix
16 ounces pasta, linguine works very well
sun-dried tomatoes or 2 freshly chopped roma tomatoes
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Melt butter in large pot and stir in package of Italian salad dressing mix and garlic. Next stir in wine, mushroom soup and cream cheese until well-blended. Continue to heat (without boiling) mixture for about 5 minutes, sauce should be creamy and all cream cheese should be melted. Place chicken in single layer in baking dish and pour the above mixture over. Cover and cook for 50-55 minutes. Cook pasta about 15 minutes before chicken is done. Drain pasta and serve chicken and sauce over the linguine. Top with tomatoes, chives and parmesan cheese. Don't forget to save some of the white wine to complement dinner!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1002, Fat 44.4, SaturatedFat 20.3, Cholesterol 164.7, Sodium 825.2, Carbohydrate 93.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 5.6, Protein 48.3

Tips:

  • Use a large pot or Dutch oven to cook the pasta and chicken together. This will save you time and dishes.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through but not overcooked. Overcooked chicken will be tough and dry.
  • Use a good quality pasta sauce. A homemade sauce is always best, but a store-bought sauce can also be used.
  • Add some vegetables to the pasta dish for a healthy and colorful meal.
  • Serve the pasta dish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a side salad.

Conclusion:

Creamy chicken and pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give creamy chicken and pasta a try.

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