Creamy Ricotta Chicken Pasta
This creamy ricotta chicken pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish.
Equipment
- large pot
- Skillet
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 300 g penne pasta
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, thinly sliced
For the Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in a large pot according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the ricotta cheese, heavy cream, grated Parmesan, dried Italian herbs, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
You can add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.