Description
A rich and creamy garlic parmesan sauce combined with juicy chicken and twirly pasta, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Chicken breasts (Boneless skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 lb Twisted pasta (fusilli or penne, rotini)
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter (Divided)
- 4–5 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1½ cups Heavy cream (For creamy sauce)
- ½ cup Chicken broth (For depth of flavor)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (Freshly grated)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (Divided)
- ¼ tsp Red pepper flakes (Optional)
- Salt and pepper (To taste)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (Chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot, add salt, and cook the twisted pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken cubes, season with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then stir in grated parmesan, red pepper flakes (if using), and the rest of the Italian seasoning. Cook until cheese has melted and sauce has thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet and mix well. Add cooked pasta and toss until everything is well coated in the creamy sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve hot with a sprinkle of extra parmesan on top. Can be paired with a side salad or garlic bread for a full meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken pasta, creamy garlic, parmesan, easy pasta recipe