Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, a perfect dish for any occasion. This delightful recipe combines tender chicken and twisted pasta enveloped in a velvety garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, delivering both comfort and restaurant-quality taste. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort, this one-pot wonder is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 lb twisted pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water and cook the twisted pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken: In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add chicken cubes seasoned with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown, around 6-8 minutes.
- Make the sauce: Add another tablespoon of butter to the skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Combine: Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Mix in cooked pasta and remaining seasoning; adjust as needed.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley before enjoying warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg