Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich garlic parmesan sauce. It’s easy to make, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
- 400 g pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 450 g boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and milk. Let simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.
- Gradually add parmesan cheese, stirring until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce.
- Add cooked pasta and toss everything together until combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for best texture and flavor.
- Keep heat low when adding cream and cheese to prevent curdling.
- Customize with vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- Add chili flakes for a hint of spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
