Creamy Whipped Ricotta Chicken Pasta Recipe
A creamy, comforting one-pot chicken pasta featuring tender chicken and garlic-infused pasta all brought together with rich, whipped ricotta cheese for a smooth, luscious finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or rigatoni recommended)
Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Dairy
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
Other Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the cut chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add garlic and pasta: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the pasta to the pot and stir to combine.
- Pour broth and simmer: Pour in chicken broth and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed, about 12-15 minutes.
- Whip and add ricotta: While pasta is cooking, whip the ricotta cheese in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Once pasta is cooked, stir the whipped ricotta into the pot to create a creamy sauce coating the chicken and pasta evenly.
- Season and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can use any short pasta like penne, rigatoni, or shells for this recipe.
- Whipping the ricotta cheese beforehand creates a silkier texture and helps the sauce coat the pasta better.
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of cream or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese when stirring in the ricotta.
- Make sure not to overcook the pasta in the broth; keep checking for al dente texture.
- This dish can be customized by adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms during the simmering step.
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