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Creamy Ricotta Chicken Pasta

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A comforting dish featuring tender chicken and smooth pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy ricotta sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 12 ounces pasta (penne, rigatoni, or your preferred type)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Cook the pasta: Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  3. Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Create the sauce: Add ricotta cheese and heavy cream, stirring until combined and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of pasta water.
  5. Combine pasta and chicken: Stir in the cooked pasta and cooked chicken until well combined.
  6. Add Parmesan: Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
  7. Serve: Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.

Notes

Great served with a green salad or garlic bread. Can be customized with veggies like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.

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