Cheesy Chicken Pasta Dinner (Print)
Tender chicken and pasta in creamy cheese sauce make a delicious crowd-pleaser for busy evenings.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
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1.5 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon dry mustard
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0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
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0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Pasta
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450 grams short-cut pasta
→ Cheese Sauce
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 yellow onion, diced
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60 millilitres dry white wine
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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225 grams white cheddar cheese, grated
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480 millilitres whole milk
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1-2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
# Steps:
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In a small bowl, mix together dry mustard, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
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Cut chicken breasts into thin strips or 2.5 cm cubes. Sprinkle evenly with the prepared seasoning mixture.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 4-6 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
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In the same skillet used for chicken, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and stir for 1 minute to form a roux.
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Add dry white wine, minced garlic, diced onion, and Dijon mustard. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until onion is soft and mixture is aromatic.
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Gradually pour in milk, stirring continuously, and simmer on low heat for 4-6 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Add grated white cheddar cheese to the sauce, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
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Return cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss until evenly coated in the cheese sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh thyme and crushed red pepper flakes as desired.
# Notes:
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Use freshly grated cheese for optimal melting and flavour.
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Reserve a splash of pasta cooking water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.