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.
Ingredients
- 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
- Prep the Chicken
- Pound chicken to even thickness. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let rest 10 minutes.
- Sear the Chicken
- 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.
- Make the Sauce
- 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.
- Melt Parmesan
- Stir in grated parmesan cheese until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Cook the Pasta
- Boil pasta to al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Combine
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce. Thin out with reserved pasta water if needed. Slice or cube chicken and return to skillet. Stir gently.
- Garnish & Serve
- 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 |