Description
A creamy, comforting garlic parmesan chicken pasta made with tender chicken, rich sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, ideal for a quick yet indulgent meal.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 250 g pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and paprika, and cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well. Let simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan, add pasta, and toss until well coated.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with shrimp for a seafood variation.
- Add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Reheat with a splash of milk or broth to maintain creamy texture.
- Avoid overheating to prevent sauce separation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
