Description
Creamy chicken garlic parmesan pasta delivers comfort in every forkful, blending Italian-inspired flavors with hearty ingredients. Succulent chicken, rich parmesan, and garlic dance together, creating a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds (680 grams) chicken breast
- 12 ounces (340 grams) gluten-free farfalle pasta
- 12 ounces (340 grams) shredded parmesan
- 3 cups heavy cream
Cooking Fats and Liquids:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup pasta water
Seasonings and Additives:
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free flour
- 2 teaspoons dry shallots
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Paprika
- Oregano
- Garlic powder
- Thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until perfectly tender, ensuring it remains slightly firm. Prepare chicken by combining selected herbs and spices, then gently flatten each piece to uniform thickness.
- Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high temperature. Carefully place seasoned chicken breasts into hot pan, allowing golden-brown crust to develop for approximately 5 minutes per side.
- Reduce skillet heat, cover, and continue cooking chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F, typically requiring 10-12 minutes of gentle simmering.
- Create creamy sauce by melting butter in a separate pan. Incorporate selected herbs and gradually sprinkle flour, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
- Slowly introduce chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking methodically until sauce transforms into smooth, velvety consistency. Gradually fold grated parmesan cheese, stirring until completely melted and integrated.
- Combine cooked pasta with prepared sauce, using reserved pasta water to adjust sauce thickness if necessary. Slice perfectly cooked chicken into elegant strips.
- Plate pasta, strategically arranging chicken strips on top. Garnish with additional parmesan and fresh herbs for enhanced visual appeal and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Choose pasta with ridges or curves to help sauce cling better, creating more flavor in every bite.
- Season chicken generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder for deeper taste profile before cooking.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure perfect golden-brown sear and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Grate fresh parmesan cheese for richer, more authentic flavor compared to pre-shredded packaged versions.
- Reserve pasta cooking water as a secret weapon to adjust sauce consistency and add starchy richness.
- Use a meat thermometer to precisely check chicken doneness, preventing overcooking and maintaining juicy texture.
- For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour blend in sauce.
- Consider adding roasted garlic or red pepper flakes for extra depth and subtle heat in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 810 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 52 g
- Saturated Fat: 28 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 54 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg