Description
Indulge in the creamy and flavorful Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, a delightful one-pot meal that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. Tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce come together beautifully in this easy-to-make dish.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
Pasta:
- 1/2 pound (8 oz) penne or rotini pasta, uncooked
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Brown chicken in olive oil with seasonings until cooked. Set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Saute garlic, add broth and cream, then stir in pasta and cook until tender.
- Combine: Mix in cheeses until creamy, then add cooked chicken back to the pan.
- Finish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes, then serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Using rotisserie chicken can save time.
- The dish thickens as it cools, so add liquid when reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
