Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
This creamy, cheesy, and flavor-packed dish combines tender chicken with rich garlic and tangy parmesan cheese in a luxurious sauce over pasta.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pasta Pot
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 pieces chicken breast
Sauce
- 4-5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- salt and pepper to taste
Pasta
- 12 oz pasta your choice (penne, fettuccine, spaghetti)
- parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Whisk in grated parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk and nutritional yeast instead of heavy cream and parmesan. Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.