Description
Succulent Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta delivers comfort in every forkful, blending Italian-inspired flavors with rich, velvety sauce. Homemade magic emerges from simple ingredients, promising pure satisfaction that draws you into a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 large chicken breasts, boneless, skinless (about 1 pound / 454 grams)
Pasta and Main Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
- 1 ½ cups (360 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100 grams) parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 6–8 garlic cloves, finely minced
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare pasta according to package directions, ensuring al dente texture. Drain and reserve.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown and thoroughly cooked, approximately 6-7 minutes per side.
- Reduce heat to medium and introduce minced garlic, stirring continuously to prevent burning. Cook until aromatic, about 30-45 seconds.
- Slowly incorporate chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking to create a smooth, uniform sauce.
- Allow sauce to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Gradually sprinkle Parmesan cheese into the sauce, continuously stirring until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy.
- Fold cooked pasta into the creamy sauce, ensuring each strand is evenly coated.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 1-2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Swap chicken for tofu or plant-based protein to create a vegetarian version of this comforting dish.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Choose low-fat cream or milk alternatives to reduce overall calorie content without compromising flavor.
- Enhance meal prep by cooking extra chicken and sauce to store in the refrigerator for quick weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 664 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg