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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a comforting weeknight dinner that combines tender chicken with a cheesy sauce and twisted pasta for a delicious family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or thighs for juicier option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Twisted Pasta (e.g., Fusilli, Rotini) avoid thin pasta like spaghetti
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with half-and-half
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or another hard cheese
  • 3 tablespoons Butter for sauce
  • 6 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh garlic is best
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth use low-sodium for better control
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning optional
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) can substitute with basil

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting Board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the twisted pasta until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Reserve a cup of pasta water and drain.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate to rest.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, simmering for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water as needed for sauce thickness.
  7. Slice the rested chicken and arrange over the pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with additional ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes or spinach for added flavor and nutrition.

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