Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a rich and creamy dish that combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a flavorful garlic parmesan sauce. This comforting recipe is simple to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Bursting with savory and cheesy goodness, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s as satisfying as it is delicious. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to make it uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook in olive oil and butter over medium heat until golden and fully cooked. Remove and slice.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain the rest.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic in butter until fragrant. Add chicken broth and let simmer. Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine Everything: Toss pasta and chicken into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with fresh parsley and extra parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken