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Creamy Garlic Chicken & Parmesan Pasta

Creamy Garlic Chicken & Parmesan Pasta
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Creamy Garlic Chicken & Parmesan Pasta is a comforting, flavor-packed dish combining tender chicken breasts with a rich, garlic-infused creamy sauce and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. This easy-to-make recipe uses simple pantry staples to create a satisfying dinner perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering a warm, delicious meal with minimal fuss and quick cleanup.

Ingredients

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Proteins

  • 2 chicken breasts, tender and lean

Pasta

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta (your choice)

Dairy

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Produce

  • 3–4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook your preferred pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside while you prepare the sauce and chicken.
  2. Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add seasoned chicken breasts. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and slice once slightly cooled.
  3. Sauté Garlic and Build the Sauce: In the same skillet, add a bit more butter if needed and sauté minced garlic for about a minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the chicken for extra flavor.
  4. Add Parmesan and Season: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese gradually, allowing it to melt and thicken the sauce. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for a few minutes until silky smooth.
  5. Combine Chicken and Pasta: Add the sliced chicken and cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy sauce and the chicken is evenly distributed.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and extra Parmesan, then serve immediately while warm and inviting.

Notes

  • Use fresh Parmesan cheese for better melt and richer flavor compared to pre-grated varieties.
  • Do not overcook the chicken; it will finish cooking in the sauce and stay juicy.
  • Reserve some pasta water to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick.
  • Sauté garlic briefly to prevent bitterness and overpowering the sauce.
  • Serve immediately as creamy sauces thicken as they cool.

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Keywords: creamy garlic chicken pasta, Parmesan pasta, garlic chicken fettuccine, easy chicken pasta, comfort food pasta, creamy chicken dinner

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