Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a luscious, velvety sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this quick recipe delivers comfort and flavor in every bite. With minimal ingredients and time required, you can whip up a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Pair it with garlic bread or a fresh salad for the ultimate dining experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream, dried herbs, salt, and pepper. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly (about 5 minutes).
- Add grated Parmesan cheese until melted, then return sliced chicken and cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated.
- Adjust seasonings as needed and serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg