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One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta with Chicken

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Make this simple, flavorful pasta dish with chicken in a creamy tomato sauce, all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk or half-and-half
  • 12 ounces dried pasta (penne or rotini work well)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. You do not need to cook it through completely.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, and milk. Stir well to combine.
  5. Bring the liquid to a boil. Once boiling, add the dry pasta. Stir immediately to prevent sticking.
  6. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring every 3 to 4 minutes, until the pasta is cooked al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Add the cubed cream cheese and Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  8. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

  • If the sauce seems too thick after the pasta is cooked, add a splash more broth or milk until you reach your desired consistency.
  • For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • You can substitute dried herbs like oregano or thyme for the Italian seasoning blend.

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