Description

This One Pot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Penne combines juicy, seasoned chicken strips with tender penne pasta in a rich, velvety garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. Cooked in just one pot for easy cleanup, it’s a comforting and flavorful dinner that’s perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

2 large chicken breasts

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

12 ounces penne pasta

3 cups chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.

2. In the same pot, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then add penne pasta. Cook until just al dente, stirring occasionally.

4. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until smooth and thickened.

5. Return chicken to the pot, toss to coat, and heat through. Garnish with parsley and optional red pepper flakes before serving.

Notes

For extra richness, add a splash of white wine to the garlic before adding broth.

Always grate Parmesan fresh from a block for the best melt and flavor.

To reheat leftovers, add a splash of broth or cream to bring the sauce back to life.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: One Pot
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 580
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 710mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: chicken penne, garlic parmesan pasta, one pot dinner