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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta That Comforts You

This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a quick, creamy comfort dish perfect for weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Skinless, boneless
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Herb Mix Reserve half for sauce seasoning
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream At least 30% fat
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated, substitute with Pecorino if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Unsalted
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Can substitute with vegetable stock
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust for spice level
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fusilli Pasta Can substitute with penne or rotini
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Large pot
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season them with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian herb mix.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. Transfer the chicken to a plate and keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter, add minced garlic and chili flakes, and sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock and scrape up any golden bits from the pan, simmer for a couple of minutes to blend flavors.
  6. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and remaining Italian herbs. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Gradually add the parmesan cheese while stirring continuously until melted and incorporated into the sauce.
  8. Cook the fusilli pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve a cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
  9. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce, then add the seared chicken. Mix gently, adjusting the sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of cream to restore creaminess.

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