Parmesan Chicken Pasta
This creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that’s packed with flavor. Tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta are tossed in a rich Parmesan sauce for a comforting dish the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound pasta (such as penne, spaghetti, or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the Parmesan sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
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