This Bechamel Chicken Pasta dish is a perfect combination of tender chicken, creamy bechamel sauce, and al dente pasta. It is a cozy and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 lb pasta of your choice
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook chicken until no longer pink. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook and stir until thickened.
- Add chicken back to the skillet and simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Bechamel sauce is one of the five mother sauces in French cuisine.
Chicken is a great source of lean protein.
Parmesan cheese adds a salty and nutty flavor to the dish.