Description
One Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a luscious garlic parmesan sauce—all cooked in one pan. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners, allowing you to enjoy rich flavors without the hassle of multiple dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 680g)
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz (225g) fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100g) grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic; sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour water into the skillet according to pasta package instructions; add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente.
- Once pasta is cooked, pour in heavy cream, stirring gently. Add grated Parmesan cheese and dried herbs; mix until combined.
- Slice cooked chicken and return it to the pan. Simmer on low for a few minutes to combine flavors.
- Serve hot with additional Parmesan on top if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 375g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg