Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A delicious pasta dish featuring tender chicken, garlic, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 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 fresh garlic, minced
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (divided)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning. In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and add the chicken, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter, add garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Add heavy cream and the rest of the Italian seasoning, simmering for 2-3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked chicken and drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat. Adjust the sauce with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.