Description
A rich and flavorful pasta dish with tender chicken, creamy garlic parmesan sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (divided)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning, and cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring until combined. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in parmesan cheese and remaining Italian seasoning. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Add cooked chicken and pasta to the sauce. Stir until well coated and heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate chicken in Italian seasoning and garlic before cooking. Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: pasta, chicken, creamy sauce, garlic, parmesan, Italian