This creamy chicken pasta is the ultimate comfort food — tender chicken breast pieces tossed with al dente pasta in a rich, garlic-infused cream sauce.
Chicken Pasta
4
servings10
minutes25
minutesFinished with a sprinkle of parmesan and fresh herbs, this dish comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. The combination of juicy chicken, velvety sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 oz (340g) penne or fettuccine pasta
1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water)
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley
Extra parmesan (optional)
Directions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6–8 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Add grated parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook until the sauce thickens (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet.
- Toss in the drained pasta and stir to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and extra parmesan.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
