Creamy Chicken Cream Cheese Pasta (Printable Version)

Creamy chicken, hearty pasta and rich cheese unite for a comforting, flavorful main dish in just 30 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta & Protein

01 - 10.5 ounces penne pasta
02 - 2 cups cooked chicken, diced

→ Sauce

03 - 2 cups chicken broth
04 - 7 ounces cream cheese
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large pot, add uncooked penne, diced chicken, and chicken broth. Set over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
02 - Lower heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most of the broth is absorbed.
03 - Stir in cream cheese and grated Parmesan. Mix continuously until both cheeses have fully melted and sauce is smooth.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easily uses up leftover cooked chicken
  • Just one pot for less cleanup at the end
  • Ultra-creamy sauce without heavy cream
  • Crowd-friendly and kid-approved flavor
02 -
  • Creamy and filling yet packed with protein
  • Comes together entirely in just thirty minutes
03 -
  • Cut your cream cheese into small cubes so it melts faster and more evenly
  • Grate Parmesan just before using for the smoothest sauce
  • Always taste and adjust seasoning after melting in the cheeses for the best flavor
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