Description
A rich and creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta loaded with tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a velvety, cheesy sauce—comfort food at its best.
Ingredients
- 250g pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and add parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan and mix well.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for best results.
- Do not overcook pasta to keep it al dente.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Adjust sauce thickness with more broth if needed.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian