Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Indulge in a bowl of Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, where tender chicken meets rich, velvety sauce and perfectly cooked pasta. This dish is not only a comfort food classic but also an instant family favorite, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. The aromatic garlic and nutty parmesan create a delightful flavor explosion that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet, lower heat and sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth to the skillet; stir and bring to a simmer. Mix in grated parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until melted.
- Slice the cooked chicken into strips, return it to the skillet along with drained pasta, and toss everything together. If needed, add reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg