Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
A creamy and flavorful Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta dish that's quick and easy to make, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shortcut Pasta (e.g., Rigatoni, gluten-free if needed)
- 1 lb Chicken Breast, pounded to even thickness
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Sage
- ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 5 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Flour (gluten-free if needed)
- ½ cup Chicken Broth
- 2 cups Milk (any kind)
- ½ cup Heavy Cream
- 1 ½ cups Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese
Garnishes
- to taste Fresh Parsley, additional parmesan, and/or red pepper flakes For serving.
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta al dente according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta. Do not rinse the pasta.
- Toss the chicken breast with olive oil, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, dried sage, and red pepper flakes. Heat a deep skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through until it reaches 160-165°F. Remove the cooked chicken.
- Melt butter in the same pan and add fresh garlic, cooking until fragrant. Whisk in flour to form a paste, then pour in the chicken broth while scraping up brown bits.
- Add milk and heavy cream, whisking to thicken the sauce for 2-3 minutes. Stir in parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until melted.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Slice the chicken and serve on top of the pasta. Garnish with red pepper flakes, shaved parmesan, or parsley.
Notes
- Prep ingredients ahead to minimize stress.
- Use fresh ingredients for better flavor.
- Feel free to add vegetables for nutrition and color.
Nutrition
Calories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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