Cheesy Ground Chicken Pasta
A comforting one-skillet meal with ground chicken, tomatoes, and a blend of cheeses that creates a creamy pasta dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust based on desired heat
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1½ cups milk
- 8 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent.
- Stir in garlic, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about a minute until garlic is fragrant.
- Add ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Brown evenly, stirring occasionally.
- Once chicken is browned, stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
Cooking
- Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and milk to the pan. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then add pasta and stir to ensure it’s evenly coated.
- Once pasta is cooked to your liking, stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and stir gently to combine, then garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread. Leftovers can be reheated with a splash of milk. Adjust the thickness of the sauce by modifying broth or milk.