Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta (Print)
Creamy pasta tossed with garlic, parmesan, and juicy chicken for a quick, satisfying dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
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225 g penne pasta or any medium pasta shape
→ Chicken
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450 g chicken breast, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
→ Sauce and Seasonings
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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5 garlic cloves, minced
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240 ml heavy cream, room temperature
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100 g freshly grated parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
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0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve 120 ml of pasta water, then drain using a colander.
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Cube the chicken, mince garlic, grate parmesan, and measure all other components.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken cubes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same skillet, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in the parmesan until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
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Return chicken to the skillet. Add drained pasta and Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes if using. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency. Allow to simmer for 2–3 minutes to absorb flavors.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
# Additional Notes:
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For a lighter alternative, substitute half of the cream with whole milk or use light cream.