Description
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a delicious and comforting dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts, perfectly cooked gluten-free farfalle pasta, and a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce. It’s infused with Italian seasonings and a hint of paprika, making it an irresistible family-friendly meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Seasoning
- 1 ½ lb Springer Mountain Farms chicken breast
- 1 ½ teaspoon paprika (OliveNation)
- 1 ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (OliveNation)
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Pasta
- 12 oz gluten-free farfalle pasta
Sauce
- 4 tablespoon butter
- 2 teaspoon dry shallots
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoon Gluten-Free 1:1 Flour
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 12 oz shredded parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup pasta water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Other
- 2 tablespoon olive oil (Costabile Brand)
Instructions
- Boil Pasta: Cook the gluten-free farfalle pasta in a large pot of boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Season Chicken: In a small bowl, combine paprika, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, then season both sides generously with the spice mix.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear them until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove from the skillet and let rest.
- Prepare Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add dry shallots, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning and sauté until fragrant. Stir in the gluten-free flour to create a roux, cooking for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. Add shredded parmesan cheese and continue stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt as needed.
- Combine: Toss the cooked pasta into the creamy sauce along with reserved pasta water to loosen if needed. Slice the rested chicken and arrange it on top of the pasta. Serve immediately while hot for a rich and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pasta and flour to keep this dish gluten-free.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially the salt and garlic powder for optimal flavor.
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency without thinning the flavor.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, but the sauce will be less rich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
