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Garlic parmesan chicken pasta dinner with garlic bread and wine

Tasty Recipe Recap Card: Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, savory, and satisfying comfort dish that combines juicy chicken, freshly minced garlic, and rich parmesan cheese in a smooth, velvety sauce.

  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 4

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless (skinless chicken breasts)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini recommended)
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken
  2. Pound chicken to even thickness. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let rest 10 minutes.
  3. Sear the Chicken
  4. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked (165°F). Remove and let rest.
  5. Make the Sauce
  6. In the same pan, reduce heat and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Deglaze with chicken broth or white wine (optional). Add heavy cream and simmer for 3–5 minutes.
  7. Melt Parmesan
  8. Stir in grated parmesan cheese until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  9. Cook the Pasta
  10. Boil pasta to al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  11. Combine
  12. Add cooked pasta to the sauce. Thin out with reserved pasta water if needed. Slice or cube chicken and return to skillet. Stir gently.
  13. Garnish & Serve
  14. Top with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

Nutrient

Amount

Calories

725

Fat

35–40g

Saturated Fat

18g

Carbohydrates

45–50g

Protein

30–35g

Fiber

2–3g

Sugar

2g or less

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American, Italian