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Garlic Chicken Pasta Recipe

Garlic Chicken Pasta Recipe


  • Author: Olivia McKenney
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Garlic Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful one-skillet dinner that brings together seared chicken, rich garlic cream sauce, and hearty pasta. It’s the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights or indulgent weekends, with a luxurious taste that’s simple to make.


Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts

8 oz rigatoni or penne pasta, cooked al dente

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Salt and black pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, for garnish


Instructions

1. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

3. Sear chicken in skillet until golden brown and fully cooked (about 4–5 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).

5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to deglaze the pan and release any flavorful bits.

6. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and let sauce thicken slightly.

7. Stir in cooked pasta and grated parmesan. Mix until cheese is melted and sauce coats pasta.

8. Slice or chop the cooked chicken and return to the skillet. Toss to combine.

9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic while sautéing.

To keep the sauce smooth when reheating, add a splash of chicken broth or cream.

Use freshly grated parmesan (not pre-shredded) for the best melt and taste.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 610
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: creamy garlic chicken pasta, one-skillet pasta, garlic parmesan chicken pasta