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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Husnain Ali

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a rich and comforting dish loaded with tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a silky garlic parmesan cream sauce. The combination of buttery garlic, savory cheese, and juicy chicken makes this meal irresistibly satisfying. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that tastes like a restaurant-quality pasta dish. Perfect for family dinners or cozy comfort meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. Season diced chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked.
  4. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream and stir until combined.
  7. Add Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning and simmer until the sauce thickens.
  8. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce.
  9. Add cooked pasta and toss everything together until evenly coated.
  10. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest and creamiest sauce.
  • You can add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of pasta water to loosen it.
  • Serve with garlic bread or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

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