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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta served with golden crispy chicken breast
Callie Brooks

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

A rich and comforting pasta dish with tender chicken, creamy garlic parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. This recipe is budget-friendly, kid-approved, and comes together quickly — a go-to for weeknight dinners or cozy family meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 620

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cubed
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 lb pasta (penne, fettuccine, or linguine)
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley, for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • pot for boiling pasta
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing spoon
  • colander

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the cubed chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté the chopped onion until softened. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and stir well, then add the heavy cream. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, and stir in grated parmesan until smooth and creamy.
  4. Meanwhile, cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss with the drained pasta. Mix until everything is evenly coated with the sauce.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 580mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 210mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use chicken thighs for more flavor. Swap heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version. Always use freshly grated parmesan to avoid clumps. Save a bit of pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed. Add red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.

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