Description
Garlic parmesan chicken pasta is a creamy, cheesy, and easy dinner recipe made with juicy chicken, fresh garlic, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy nights, this dish is full of flavor and takes only 30 minutes to cook. It’s one of the best chicken pasta recipes for families who love comfort food with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips or cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese (freshly grated is best)
- 8 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the chicken:
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6–7 minutes, turning until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.Boil the pasta:
Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and save ¼ cup of pasta water.Make the sauce:
In the same pan, melt butter. Add garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the cream and simmer for 3–4 minutes. Stir in parmesan until melted.Combine:
Add cooked pasta, reserved pasta water, and chicken to the sauce. Stir well and cook for 1–2 more minutes.Serve:
Top with extra parmesan and parsley if desired. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- Use fresh parmesan cheese for best results.
- Add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Try baking it with cheese on top for a crispy pasta bake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta, Chicken Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 people
- Calories: 550–600 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g