Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a rich, comforting pasta dish with tender chicken, a velvety Parmesan sauce, and aromatic garlic. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for both weeknights and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 oz pasta of choice (fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden on both sides and fully cooked through, about 5–7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for 3–4 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Cook pasta according to package directions, then drain.
- Slice the cooked chicken into strips and return to the skillet with the sauce. Add the pasta and toss until fully coated.
- Garnish with parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk.
- Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and color.
- For a seafood twist, use shrimp instead of chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
