Creamy White Cheddar Chicken Pasta Recipe
This creamy white cheddar chicken pasta recipe is a hearty dish featuring tender chicken, pasta, and a rich white cheddar cheese sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or rotini)
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika, then cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened.
- Reduce heat to low and add shredded white cheddar and Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
- Season the sauce with onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley or chives.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melting consistency.
- Substitute chicken breast with rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg