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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Irresistible Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta You’ll Crave

Indulge in this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta that's comforting, versatile, and easy to prepare for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil for searing chicken
For the Pasta
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta can substitute other pasta shapes
  • 2 Tbsp coarse sea salt for pasta water
For the Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter adds richness to the sauce
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely diced
  • 6-8 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream can substitute with half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese key ingredient for flavor
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese optional
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 tsp salt essential for seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley for garnish
  • fresh spinach or cherry tomatoes optional add-ins

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
  1. Pat the chicken dry, cut into pieces, and season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
  2. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  3. Boil water, add salt, and cook pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, then let the pasta sit.
  5. Heat olive oil and sear chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  6. In the same skillet, melt butter and olive oil, then sauté onion until translucent.
  7. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Pour chicken broth into the skillet, scrape the bottom, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Pour in heavy cream, stir and simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  10. Mix in Parmesan and Pecorino Romano cheeses until melted.
  11. Adjust seasoning of the sauce with salt and pepper as needed.
  12. Combine chicken and pasta in the skillet, tossing to coat.
  13. If too thick, add reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
  14. Add parsley and optional add-ins, cook for 1-2 minutes.
  15. Serve garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken is dry before cooking, and always reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.

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