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Creamy Chicken Pasta

Creamy Chicken Pasta

This Creamy Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish—rich, garlicky, and satisfying, made with simple ingredients in under 30 minutes. A weeknight hero for anyone who loves cozy, quick meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 690
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 large chicken breasts thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Pasta & Sauce
  • 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • chopped parsley or chili flakes optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
  2. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a hot skillet with olive oil, sear for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add grated Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Mix in reserved pasta water gradually to achieve a creamy consistency.
  5. Add cooked pasta and chicken back to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley or chili flakes if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For a veggie boost, try adding spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or mushrooms. Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture, and don’t skip the pasta water—it’s key to a silky sauce!