Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender chicken and pasta enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy recipe features fresh garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese for a delightful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Impress your family and friends with this satisfying, homemade dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (follow package instructions). Drain but do not rinse.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sauté for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and smooth.
- Slice rested chicken into bite-sized pieces; return to the sauce along with cooked pasta. Stir gently until well coated.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary; serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 375g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg