Description
Indulge in The Ultimate Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta You’ll Crave Every Week, a delectable blend of savory flavors and comforting textures. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken, perfectly cooked twisted pasta, and a rich garlic-Parmesan sauce that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Whether you’re hosting dinner guests or enjoying a cozy family meal, this dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it the perfect weeknight solution. With its creamy goodness and delightful aroma, it’s sure to become a staple in your home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 lb twisted pasta (fusilli, penne, or rotini)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Return the chicken to the skillet along with pasta; toss to combine.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg