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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe

Author: Olivia Ross
Creamy, cheesy garlic parmesan sauce wraps around tender chicken and pasta for a comforting dinner ready in just 30 minutes. A family-friendly favorite with bold flavor and simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 665 kcal

Ingredients
  

Seasoned Chicken

  • 1 to 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts Pound to half an inch thickness
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil Avocado oil also works well
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce

  • 2 to 6 tablespoons butter
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 to 6 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for best flavor
  • 1 to 2 cups chicken broth Better than Bouillon recommended
  • 0.5 to 1.5 cups heavy cream Do not use milk
  • 0.75 to 1.25 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese Grate from a block for best results

Pasta

  • 8 to 16 ounces pasta Penne preferred; ziti or spaghetti also work

Garnish

  • 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Adds a fresh finish

Instructions
 

  • Season and Sear the Chicken (One-Pan)
    Pat chicken dry and season both sides. Heat skillet with oil over medium-high and sear chicken 3–5 mins per side until golden and cooked to 165°F. Remove and rest.
  • Sauté the Garlic
    Reduce heat. Add butter and garlic. Stir for 1 min until fragrant, not browned.
  • Build the Roux
    Add flour and stir constantly for 1–2 mins to cook out raw taste.
  • Make the Sauce
    Slowly add broth, scraping skillet. Stir in cream and simmer 3–4 mins. Turn off heat, stir in Parmesan until smooth. Adjust seasoning.
  • Bring It All Together
    Stir cooked pasta into sauce. Add pasta water if needed. Slice chicken, return to pan, top with parsley, and serve.
  • Crockpot Version
    Layer chicken with seasonings and sauce ingredients in greased crockpot. Cook 4–6 hrs low or 2–3 hrs high. Shred chicken, add cooked pasta, mix, and serve.
  • Healthy Makeover
    Swap cream for Greek yogurt blend or plant cream. Use gluten-free pasta. Add veggies like spinach or broccoli. Stir into sauce at end and serve.

Notes

  • Let the chicken rest before slicing for best texture.
  • Always use fresh grated Parmesan and fresh garlic for best results.
  • Add veggies or change pasta type for variation.
  • Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for faster prep.

Nutrition

Calories: 665kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 41gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 138mgSodium: 1021mgPotassium: 745mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1091IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 302mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
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