Description
Indulge in a decadent and flavorful Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich creamy sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan cheese. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
For the Sauce:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the Pasta:
- 12 ounces penne or fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Prepare the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until slightly thickened. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until smooth.
- Combine and Serve: Add cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Simmer briefly to meld flavors. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
