Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Easy Garlic Chicken Pasta, an effortless dish that brings together tender chicken, creamy garlic sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta—all in just 30 minutes. This one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, utilizing everyday ingredients you likely have on hand. The rich flavors of cream and parmesan create a restaurant-quality experience right in your kitchen. With its versatility, you can easily substitute chicken for shrimp or toss in your favorite vegetables for added nutrition. Enjoy this delightful dish that promises to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta
- 2 chicken breasts
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Flour
- Chicken broth (or white wine)
- Lemon juice
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Boil salted water and cook pasta al dente; drain and set aside.
- Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise, season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter; cook chicken until golden brown (5-6 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter; add minced garlic and flour for 30 seconds.
- Whisk in chicken broth (or wine) and lemon juice; let simmer for 1 minute.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer until thickened (4-5 minutes); add parmesan cheese until melted.
- Chop cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and combine with pasta in the skillet; toss well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pan
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg