Goat Cheese Alfredo

We had plenty of leftover chicken from last night's roasted bird, so I was trying to come up with something to have for dinner tonight that would use up the chicken. We also had half a log of goat cheese, so I immediately thought pasta. I threw this together and man oh man was it good. Okay, NOT healthy, no, but better for you than the jarred alternative (and cheaper than going out!). Enjoy!

Goat Cheese Alfredo

• 1/2 stick butter (4 tbsp)
• 4 oz cream cheese (1/2 a brick)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• s&p
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup half and half cream
• 2 oz goat cheese
• 1/2 - 3/4 lb cooked pasta (linguine noodles was my choice)
• 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded

1. In a large saucepan over med-high heat, melt butter and cream cheese together. Try to whisk as smooth as you can. Add garlic, and allow mixture to lightly brown (stir frequently for about 5 minutes). Sprinkle with a little salt and a lot of pepper (fresh cracked, of course!).
2. Slowly whisk in milk and cream, and again try to make sauce smooth. Keep heat on med, but watch the sauce doesn't boil. After 5 more minutes, add goat cheese and stir until evenly blended.
3. Put chicken and noodles in pan and gently toss to evenly combine. Once chicken is warm, serve and ENJOY!