White Cheddar Chicken Pasta

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White Cheddar Chicken Pasta

Recipe from 100K recipes. com
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chicken, pasta
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts skinless and boneless
  • 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dry mustard
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound short-cut pasta
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 8 oz white cheddar cheese grated
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1-2 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, combine dry mustard, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside.
  • Slice chicken breasts into thin strips or cut into 1-inch cubes. Sprinkle with seasoning mixture.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil, and cook chicken for a few minutes or until cooked and browned. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate. Set aside.
  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add salt and rotini. Cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt butter in the same skillet in which you cooked chicken. When melted, add all-purpose flour and mix it together. Then, add dry white wine, minced garlic, diced onions, and Dijon mustard. Mix to combine. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until onions soften. Then, slowly pour milk in a few additions. Stir after each addition.
  • Cook on low for 4-6 minutes or until thickened. Then, add shredded white cheddar cheese. Mix and cook until melted
  • Finally, add cooked chicken and pasta. Mix until completely covered with creamy and cheesy sauce. Serve immediately. Sprinkle with fresh thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, or smoked paprika.