Parmesan Chicken Noodles (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1/4 cup parmesan, shredded.
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4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into thin slices.
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2 cups marinara or tomato-based sauce.
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8 ounces of your favorite pasta.
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A sprinkle of salt and black pepper.
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1 tablespoon of olive oil.
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1/2 tablespoon mixed Italian herbs.
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped.
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1 pound boneless chicken breasts, diced.
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Optional: fresh basil leaves, red pepper flakes, or extra parmesan on top.
# Instructions:
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Follow package directions to make pasta firm but not mushy. Set aside 2 spoonfuls of the cooking water.
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Sauté diced chicken and garlic in a hot pan for 5 minutes, stirring now and then. Sprinkle in the herbs, then remove any juices left in the pan.
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Stir the sauce with the parmesan into the chicken mixture until it’s all blended together.
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Toss in your cooked pasta and reserved water. Layer mozzarella on top, cover, and let it melt.
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Add anything extra you like before digging in—like basil, chili flakes, or extra cheese.
# Notes:
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Both shredded mozzarella or slices work fine.