The Ultimate Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta You’ll Crave Every Week
Introducing The Ultimate Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta You’ll Crave Every Week—a dish that transforms weeknight dinners into a delightful experience. This comforting one-pot meal features juicy chicken and twisted pasta enveloped in a rich, velvety garlic parmesan sauce that’s bursting with flavor. Perfectly suited for busy evenings, this 30-minute recipe is quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for families and gatherings alike. Enjoy the satisfaction of serving a delicious dinner without the hassle of extensive clean-up.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 1 lb twisted pasta (such as fusilli or penne)
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4–5 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Seasonings: Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, melt 1 Tbsp butter over medium-high heat and sear seasoned chicken for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat; melt remaining butter in the same skillet. Sauté minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Deglaze with chicken broth, then stir in heavy cream and remaining Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Return chicken to the skillet, add drained pasta, and toss to coat evenly with sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables such as spinach or broccoli. For added texture, serve with crispy garlic bread or a fresh salad on the side.