Smothered Chicken Pasta Creamy Smothered Chicken Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp paprika Salt and pepper, to taste 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, diced 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Season chicken on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sear 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion until soft, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook another minute. Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Let it reduce slightly. Pour in heavy cream, add Italian seasoning, and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and smooth. Slice chicken and return to the pan to smother in the sauce. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and add to the skillet. Toss everything to coat. Garnish with parsley and serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 610 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #smotheredchicken #chickenpasta #creamygarlicpasta #comfortfoodrecipes #weeknightdinner #onepotpasta #easychickendinners #pastarecipe #creamyparmesan #pastaideas #homecookedmeal #chickenandpasta #italianinspired #cheesypasta #garliccream #mozzarellapasta #heartymeals #quickdinner #chickencomfortfood #dinnerinspo Just made this creamy Smothered Chicken Pasta and I’m OBSESSED Tender chicken, garlic parmesan sauce, and cheesy goodness all in one pan!

Tuscan Chicken Soup Hearty Tuscan-Inspired Chicken and Vegetable Soup Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, sliced 3 celery stalks, sliced 1 zucchini, diced 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes 6 cups chicken broth 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped 1/2 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow macaroni) Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish Grated Parmesan cheese for serving Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Add carrots, celery, and zucchini; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir in oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts whole to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, then return shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in pasta and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Add chopped spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 #tuscansoup #chickensouprecipe #italiancomfortfood #heartymeals #homemadesoup #vegetablepacked #easyitalianrecipes #souprecipes #chickenandpasta #winterwarmer #healthysoup #italianflavors #weeknightdinner #mealprepideas #souplovers #spinachrecipes #comfortfood #slowcookedflavor #homemadehealing #delicioussoups Cozy up with a bowl of Tuscan Chicken Soup! 🍲 Hearty veggies, tender chicken, and a touch of Italian herbs make this the ultimate comfort food. 🍅🍗🌿