The Ultimate Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta You’ll Crave Every Week
Experience the irresistible allure of The Ultimate Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta You’ll Crave Every Week. This delightful dish brings together succulent chicken, twisted pasta, and a luxuriously creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce that will have your family begging for seconds. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this recipe can be prepared in under an hour, making it both convenient and satisfying. Each bite offers a rich blend of flavors that feels indulgent yet is simple enough to whip up any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 lb twisted pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat; add cubed chicken, season with salt, pepper, and half the Italian seasoning. Sauté until golden brown and cooked through.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter; sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; stir in remaining Italian seasoning. Season to taste.
- Combine cooked pasta and sautéed chicken with the sauce; toss until well coated.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg