Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless (skinless chicken breasts or thighs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 jar (12 oz Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Sauce)
- 8 oz cream cheese (cubed and softened)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth (optional, for thinning sauce)
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 12 oz rotini pasta (or penne/fettuccine if preferred)
- Optional: red pepper flakes or hot sauce (for extra spice)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
- Cut chicken into cubes or thin strips
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning
✅ Step 2: Sear the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat
- Sear chicken until golden (not fully cooked)
- Remove and set aside
✅ Step 3: Make the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- Lower heat to medium-low
- Add a bit more olive oil if needed
- Stir in cream cheese, parmesan, heavy cream, and BWW Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- Mix until smooth and creamy
✅ Step 4: Simmer the Chicken
- Add chicken back to the skillet
- Simmer for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked and sauce thickens
✅ Step 5: Cook the Pasta
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente
- Drain, but don’t rinse
✅ Step 6: Combine Everything
- Add pasta to the sauce and chicken
- Toss gently to coat
- Thin with pasta water or broth if needed
✅ Step 7: Serve It Up
- Plate hot
- Garnish with more parmesan, parsley, or red pepper flakes
- Pair with garlic bread or a fresh salad
🔥 Tips for Creamy Perfection
- Use room temperature cream cheese for faster melting
- Grate parmesan fresh for the best texture
- Keep pasta slightly undercooked to absorb the sauce better
- Save a little pasta water to adjust sauce thickness
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
Nutrient | Amount |
---|---|
Calories | 620 kcal |
Total Fat | 40 g |
Saturated Fat | 18 g |
Cholesterol | 110 mg |
Carbohydrates | 36 g |
Dietary Fiber | 2 g |
Sugar | 3 g |
Protein | 34 g |
Sodium | 860 mg |
Potassium | 480 mg |
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and based on typical ingredients. For accurate results, calculate with your specific brands and measurements.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American