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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe

A creamy, flavorful pasta dish combining tender chicken, garlic, and parmesan cheese for a comforting weeknight meal the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 500g
  • 300 g penne or fettuccine pasta about 10.5 oz
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth (240ml)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
  • 100 g parmesan cheese, grated about 1 cup grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped optional

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Large skillet
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 Grater (for parmesan)

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Lower the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Add heavy cream and stir to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for 3 minutes until it starts to thicken.
  7. Add grated parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together until well combined.
  9. Taste, and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and a sprinkling of extra parmesan, if desired.

Notes

You can substitute half-and-half or milk for a lighter sauce, but the result will be less creamy.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
Great with a side salad and garlic bread.
Leftovers can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream.