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A skillet filled with creamy tomato pasta, melted mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil

One Pot Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 8 oz dry penne pasta
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chiffonade

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken cubes with salt, pepper, and oregano until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for 60 seconds until aromatic.
  • Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth and add tomato sauce and dry penne pasta.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes until pasta achieves al dente texture.
  • Remove from heat and emulsify heavy cream and 0.5 cups of mozzarella into the sauce.
  • Top the mixture with remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and cover for 2 minutes until cheese is fully melted.
  • Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.