Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a soul-satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, luscious pasta, and a rich, velvety garlic parmesan sauce. Perfect for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings, this recipe transforms any meal into a special occasion. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz fusilli pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add fusilli pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Cook chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss cooked pasta and sliced chicken into the sauce until well combined and heated through.
- Plate your dish hot, garnishing with extra Parmesan or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. Substitute chicken with shrimp or mushrooms for a different twist.