Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, a dish that transforms weeknight dinners into culinary delights. This recipe features tender slices of chicken breast enveloped in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, all served over your choice of perfectly cooked pasta. Not only is it quick and easy to prepare—taking just 40 minutes—but it also offers rich and satisfying flavors that appeal to everyone. Customizable with various pasta types and vegetables, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether it’s a cozy night in or a gathering with loved ones, Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound pasta (fettuccine, spaghetti, or penne)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 6 quarts water
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, red pepper flakes (if desired), salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook seasoned chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- Boil water in a large pot with salt and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet used for chicken, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer until thickened.
- Whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Toss cooked pasta in the sauce along with sliced chicken, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 150mg