Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A creamy, one-pan pasta dish packed with garlic, Parmesan, and tender chicken. Perfect for a quick and comforting meal on busy nights!
Equipment
- Large Pan with Lid
- Spatula
- Tongs
- Small Bowl
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast butterflied or pounded to about ½ inch thickness
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- to taste Salt & pepper
- 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
For the Pasta:
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ jumbo yellow onion diced (about 1 cup)
- 4-6 large cloves garlic minced
- 8 oz dry penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- Mix together Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pat chicken dry and rub both sides with seasoning.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F internal temp). Remove and let rest.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, add butter and another drizzle of oil. Sauté onions with a pinch of salt for 3 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a boil, then add pasta. Stir to submerge, cover, and cook for 10 minutes until al dente.
- Turn off heat, stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and parsley. Mix until sauce is smooth. Adjust salt & pepper as needed.
- Slice chicken into strips and toss with pasta. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best creamy texture. If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of extra broth or cream.
Nutrition
Calories: 665kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 41gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 138mgSodium: 1021mgPotassium: 745mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1091IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 302mgIron: 2mg
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